Barcelonians by choice

I am a sports physician graduated from the international olympic committe in Laussane, I own and manage a medical tourism facilitator company with branches in Barcelona, Munich, Dubai, Cairo and Florida.

Mehdi brings an extensive experience as an international financial executive with a great entrepreneurial spirit oriented to the development of the business. As a partner of the Expense Reduction Analyst, he relies on a unique network of expert and seasoned consultants who allow organizations increase business performance. By working with industry specialists, he is able to build long-term rela

Karl joined Epson in 2018 as Executive Director of Consumer for Western Europe, before being appointed Vice President in May 2019. Previously, he held senior positions at a number of technology companies in the UK, France, Czech Republic and Germany. Karl holds a degree in accounting and finance from the University of Wales, is married and enjoys traveling.

Olivier Benielli, 56 years old and already 30 years in the world of education. I was born in France, but I have been living in Barcelona for more than 20 years. I have a master's degree in organizational development from the University of Lyon. I have been interested in learning processes and knowledge creation for more than two decades. I now manage the campus of the TBS business school in Barcelona.

Director at GLG, serving as the Director for EMEA Growth and Head of Barcelona Office, catering to clients in various sectors including Private Equity and Public Markets across all of EMEA

I was born and raised in Karlsruhe, Germany. My professional journey first took me to Munich, and then in 2003 permanently to Barcelona. After my time at university and in the media sector, I co-founded the real estate agency realestate-dreams in 2005, which has specialised in assisting international buyers in the Barcelona property market.

She studied in France and worked at Webhelp France for 6 years. She moved to Colombia, where she held the position of head of the Latam region. Recently, she relocated to Barcelona with her family to take the position of CEO at Concentrix Barcelona.

25 years of experience in strategic consulting, mostly dedicated to the Health / Pharma sector, both in corporate and Private Equity (investor support), and 5 years in the pharmaceutical industry (AstraZeneca, sanofi). 7 years in Madrid as CEO of Roland Berger Spain, and 3 years in Barcelona (Cap Gemini).

Experimental physicist, expert of particle accelerators, worked at CERN and at LNF-INFN. Since 2012 Director of ALBA Synchrotron, has managed its development as a large multidisciplinary research facility with international projection, and is now planning the upgrade to 4th generation light source. Chair of LEAPS (www.leaps-initiative.eu/) and member of several international advisory boards.

Degree in Industrial Engineering by University of ITESM, Mexico, and with masters in finance, business and financial management. He has experience in HR management, team management, negotiation, and international coordination. In 2002 started his professional life at T-Systems Mexico, as Head of Project Management & Controlling Office. Transferred to TS USA, as head of HR. In Iberia from April 2017.

Originally from France, after living 18 years in California as a wardrobe stylist I came to Barcelona in 2001. I had previously fallen in love with it’s architecture and great was my surprise when I kept finding beautiful hydraulic tiles in the dumpsters. I started picking one here and there and seeing that the phenomenon was not going to stop I decided to start making tables, consoles, frames.

Born in Moscow, I moved to Spain in 2002 where I received a master in MBA and another International Trade. In 2009 I started my own business, Escuelas Happy Way, 0-3 years child care centers in Sant Gervasi, Turo Park, Les Corts and Sant Cugat

Christian Brander obtained his PhD in Immunology at the University of Bern and completed his post-doctoral training at Harvard Medical School, focusing on immunity against viral infections. He moved to Barcelona in 2008 to lead the Catalan program for the development of an HIV vaccine. He is CSO of AELIX Therapeutics, co-founder of BRISA Biomedical and an ICREA Research Professor at IrsiCaixa

Founder of an international software company operating at the intersection of technology, data, and innovation, with deep experience building high-scale systems for complex institutions. Driven by a global vision that connects advanced technology with long-term impact, values, and organizational transformation.

Swiss Architect MSc ETH, since 2001 in BCN, work experience in Zürich, New Mexico, New York, Barcelona Founder www.sandybrunner.com + www.urbanvisor.com Researching neuroarchitecture + sustainability Background + network in real estate investments * Consulting for international companies and private investors in landing process * Architecture + Interior Design * Expertise on urban development

D. David Brush has over 30 years’ experience as a real estate professional. He started his career at Philadelphia National Bank in 1983 and moved to Bankers Trust (now part of Deutsche Bank) as a Vice President in 1987. During his 20-year tenure at Bankers Trust/Deutsche Bank Real Estate, Mr. Brush founded the Real Estate Opportunistic investing division, where he was a Global Head and CIO of the business for 13 years. During that time, he supervised the completion of over 150 transactions consisting of real estate acquisitions, equity investments, corporate recapitalisations and distressed loan portfolio acquisitions with an enterprise value in excess of $50.0 billion. Most recently, Mr. Brush served as Managing Partner at Brookfield Property Group, responsible for the firm’s real estate investing activities in Europe, where he closed the £500 million acquisition of Gazeley, a pan-European logistics company (2012). Mr. Brush holds a B.A. degree in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania and is a member of several real estate professional organisations.

Timo Buetefisch worked as an Associate at Booz Allen Hamilton and was the Assistant to the CEO of Bertelsmann Spain. In 2006, he founded Cooltra in Barcelona, which has become the largest provider of sustainable two-wheeled mobility solutions in Europe.

Asi Burak serves as the Chief Business Officer at Tilting Point, a leading global game publisher with offices in Barcelona. He is also the former Chairman of Games for Change (G4C), which organizes the annual Games for Change Festival, the largest gaming industry event in New York City. Frequently interviewed by the media, Burak published his first book in 2017 (in the U.S., Spain, and Israel).

Born in Zimbabwe & raised in four countries across southern Africa. I’m a Creative Director & storyteller with experience in world-renowned creative agencies. I’m passionate about creating, building, & growing brands & crafting their stories. I believe in the power of creativity & the magic of storytelling to catch attention, entertain & engage. I was lured to Barcelona for a role at ISDIN.

Profesional en consultoría estratégica y financiera, especializado en crecimiento empresarial, estructuración y desarrollo de negocios. Con experiencia en startups y pymes, apoyo a emprendedores y empresas en la creación, optimización y expansión de sus proyectos, combinando visión estratégica, análisis financiero y enfoque orientado a resultados.

Originally from Milan, I studied/worked in the UK for nearly 15 years. I started my career in HR for tech companies & I was headhunted in 2021 by both Glovo + TravelPerk. In 2017 with Booking.com and Rentalcars.com I was responsible for opening a contact centre in Diagonal Mar and since then I had the dream to one day relocate here. My dream came true in April 2022 and I haven't looked back since

Communication consultant and country manager at ideograma. Degree in Political Science from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) and Master in Political and Corporate Communication from the University of Navarra (UNAV). PhD student in Communication at the Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF).

Results- and people-driven leader with experience supporting top-tier Private Equity clients across EMEA. Launched GLG’s Barcelona office, building and leading a high-performing, multicultural team. Italian, with UK and Spain experience, I bring a thoughtful, client-focused approach inspired by a passion for philosophy.

Producer & philanthropist. Co-Founder of EAC Productions, producing Seven Dreams of Gaudí (June 2026) and creating the 84 Bells Fund to complete La Sagrada Família's carillon. Founded Everyday Deeds to make community service accessible, connecting volunteers with neighbors experiencing food insecurity and hardship. Building bridges through art and service. Barcelona & Boston.

CEO of Chatard Conseil a Consulting Boutique based in France & Barcelona Chatarad Conseil help CEOs to launch, accelerate, and improve their company throughout 3 activities: (i) Business Coaching in Executive Academic Programmes (Goldman Sachs Foundation, IESE) (ii) Operation & Strategy Consulting (Private Equity Funds, SMEs) (iii) Investment & Board Member responsibilities of SME companies

Born in Borneo, Malaysia. Studied in Malaysia, Singapore and Australia. Worked in global positions throughout 23 years in Deutsche Bank with assignments in various countries. Finally settling in Barcelona. Embarked on a new journey as a self-employed Personal Growth Facilitator. Other engagements include as trustees in an NGO. Love metaphysics, sports, opera and gastronomy.

**Four decades experience: CEO, CMO, Technology Inventor, Philosopher, Visionary, Transformational Leader** **Founder and CEO OF HOLO, L.L.C.** Developing ****an AI-powered "inner spatial web" consciousness engine for the optimal future of energy, cities and civilization. **Chief Marketing Officer of ConsensusPower:** the P2P Renewable Energy Trading Platform that provides Community-Led Access

Hello, my name is Eric Cossar, I am 20 years old, and I have been living in Barcelona for two months. I have a degree in Economics and Management, and I am passionate about marketing and the fight against global warming. I hope to contribute to your organization with my enthusiasm and ambitious vision.

Vice-President & Managing Director of EU Business School, Carl has more than 15 years experience in pioneering business education. A strong believer in the role that education plays in shaping the leaders of tomorrow. Carl is an entrepreneur, innovator and proactive manager.

Vice President at GLG, leading client success and operations across EMEA. Passionate about connecting people, ideas, and opportunities to drive growth. I enjoy building diverse international teams and fostering collaboration across cultures.

Strategic thinking-oriented. Self-motivated, incurable entrepreneur. Highly reflective. Resilient. Creative. Moderate propensity for formal thinking. High experience in crisis management, large and interdisciplinary work teams and passion for transferring consolidated experience from the corporate world to new projects, capitalizing on experience as an entrepreneur in times of crisis.

Director of the Joan Miró Foundation since January 2018. Graduate in Art History and Philosophy, PhD in History and Theory and expert in contemporary Chinese and Catalan art. He has developed his teaching career between Southampton, Taiwan, London and Barcelona. In 2006, he joined the Tate Modern in London as curator of public programs, an area he directed between 2011 and 2017.

Hello, my name is Charlotte. I am an interior architect from Antwerp, Belgium, living in Barcelona and working on high-end projects worldwide. I believe that to create meaningful architecture respect is an essential element. I will always try to create or conserve architecture with a soul through the use of natural, honest and durable materials.

Born in Utrecht (Netherlands) and living in Barcelona since 1985. I worked in Corporate Finance at Banco Sabadell from 1988 until 2000, when I joined Norgestion, as Managing Director of the Barcelona office.

Nicolas de Kerchove is a Startup founder, Business developer, and tech transfer Consultant. He is an awarded Tech entrepreneur (European Space Agency (ESA), Seedrocket, Startup weekend, Belgian gaming awards). As Startup CEO and co-founder, he raised 7 rounds of funding. He speaks 7 languages. His vision is to improve the impact of people on the Climate, through technologies.

Yann has 25+ years of experience in the high-tech industry working in Silicon Valley, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. He was the co-founder of a VC fund in Brazil, a Partner at Atomico in London, and recently VP of Corporate Development at Lilium (LILM). He has now started his own investment and advisory firm D5S. Yann holds an MSEE from ETH in Zurich and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

Serial tech entrepreneur from the Netherlands, supporting scale-ups in strategy design and execution.

Passionate about computer science since I was 4. I have classical studies (ancient greek, latin, philosophy, Liceo Classico Mariotti) and scientific studies (computer science, Pisa) with also a role as student representative. I worked in heavily technical roles Sky, Nexi, Alira Health and NearbyComputing, now I'm a freelancer developer and I'm working on my startups.

Experienced sponsorship professional and ex-International athlete working in the sports and entertainment industry.

With almost 40 years’ experience in beauty packaging, Tim Eaves is Quadpack’s Co-founder, Chairman and Chief Impact Officer. During his tenure as CEO, he grew the company from a small trader into a global manufacturer and provider. His passion for sustainability led him to establish the non-profit arm, Quadpack Foundation, and to achieve B Corp certification in 2022. Tim’s aim is to inspire the packaging industry, by example, to transform it into a sector with a positive impact within communities and on the planet.

Roger is a serial entrepreneur and angel investor. He is currently Co-founder & CEO of Nurture, an EdTech / Gaming startup that enables children to develop the life skills of the future through fun, bonding experiences with parents. Prior to Nurture, Roger was Co-founder and CEO of Redmart, the largest online grocer in Singapore, which was acquired by Alibaba in Nov 2016.

Vice President of the Board of Reig Capital Group, Chairman of Loris Azzaro Couture, First Secretary of the plenary of the Principality of Andorra, Member of the legislative commission of Welfare State, Interior and Justice.

Britta began her career with EY in Luxembourg, advising banks and investment firms. After a decade in the U.S. non-profit sector raising multimillion-dollar funds for social impact, she served as Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch in New York City (2017–2023), guiding families in growing, preserving, and transferring wealth. She holds an MBA and now lives in Barcelona with her family.

Felipe Fernández Aramburu holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of San Andrés in Argentina and an MBA from Wharton. He worked as an associate at McKinsey & Company and previously in Deutsche Bank’s Latin American investment banking division. In 2016, he joined Uber, where he served as General Manager for the Southern Cone, and since September 2022, he has been the General Manager of Uber in Spain and Portugal.

Stanley, with his brother Jeremy, founded Ukio, a proptech startup based in Barcelona, in 2020. Ukio now has a presence across Spain, Portugal, and Germany. Stanley serves as co-founder and CEO. Prior, Stanley spent 7 years at Airbnb, most recently as Head of Growth for Experiences and GM of Latin America. He graduated with a BA from Stanford and an MBA from Columbia University

Managing Partner of BCN Business Services, a leading English-speaking service provider supporting foreign entrepreneurs to establish their business in Spain as part of their international strategy. BCNBS provides Legal, Tax and Payroll services and also covers any auxiliary needs such as residence, tax and social security numbers, bank accounts, electronic certificates and more.

With a robust career spanning over 15 years in the pharmaceutical sector, Sarah has been at the forefront of driving innovation and delivering impactful contributions to the healthcare industry. Sarah has a rich academic background, she is a Doctor in Pharmacy from Montpellier I University, holds a master’s in business administration (MBA) from ESSEC, and holds an Executive Program in Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare

I have always worked in roles dedicated to creating business connections between Canada and other parts of the world, in industries including agriculture and food; technology; life sciences and extractive sectors. I am originally from Western Canada but I have lived in Tokyo, Manila, Mexico City, Caracas, The Hague and now Barcelona.

Value Retail is the leader in the creation and management of eleven shopping tourism destinations in Europe and China, located in the surroundings of the world’s leading capital cities. Michael Goldenberg lives in Barcelona, where he is an executive director of Value Retail, accountable for Value Retail in Spain and Italy. In addition, Michael is jointly responsible for Group Remerchandising globally and and provides support to the business in China and Europe on special projects. He joined the company in 1996, when Value Retail initiated its development activity in continental Europe. Before joining Value Retail Michael worked in Real Estate Investment Banking for six years at the investment bank Bankers Trust in New York, London and Madrid. Michael Goldenberg, born in New York, has lived in Europe since 1993. He graduated Magna Cum Laude in Economics from Duke University in addition to spending time at Hertford College, Oxford University in England. Since 2013 he is member of the Board of Directors of Barcelona Global and he is a member of the Board of Directors of Openbravo.

I’m Rafael Gonçalves, a finance enthusiast with a robust background in the financial sector. My professional journey has been marked by a steadfast commitment to growth and efficiency, leading to my current role as the Director of Growth Business at Banco Sabadell.

Andrew is an award-winning social impact entrepreneur and CEO & Founder of Includifi, an education management software that helps organizations achieve their belonging and success goals. Andrew has 15+ years of leadership at the intersection of technology, global education, diversity & inclusion, and people success.

CEO of Invest for Children, a foundation of the Investindustrial group. Invest for Children promotes Venture Philantropy.

Owner & COO at ISUS & Training Express. British entrepreneur, based in Barcelona, with over 15 years experience building innovative products and services.

After working in the Netherlands for VNU and Ahoy Rotterdam, in the exhibition industry, I joined ISE in 2011. I moved to Spain in 2020, along with the show.

I have a teaching degree in Business & a Masters in Educational Leadership. I have held leadership roles in state, selective schools in UK & private schools Spain, including executive & senior operational/tactical roles which give me a great balance of practical & strategic leadership strengths. I'm an elected Executive Committee Member of NABSS & a lead inspector of British Schools in Spain.

Multi-cultural and trilingual, I am a medical interpreter, voice actor and language consultant in American English, Spanish and Italian. I am very happy to be a Barcelonian by choice, making Spain my permanent home.

Experienced Talent Leader with a demonstrated history of working in the tech industry - Facebook, Booking.com, Criteo, Wayfair. Champion and Inclusion in the workforce initiatives through weinclude.eu. Driving topics around business strategy, talent management, employer branding and DEI, sites set-up and growth. Speaker and moderator at industry events.

He has more than 30 years of experience in senior management positions in the financial and investment sector. Currently: Chairman of TALENTA AGENCIA DE VALORES: Independent financial entity providing multi-family office services and financial and investment advice to private banking clients. Chairman of SIROCO S.C.R.: venture capital company in the renewable energy sector.

Co-founder and partner at Magonis Boats. Founded in 2020 and based in Barcelona, Magonis designs, manufactures, and markets 100% electric boats. Co-founder and partner at Centris Events Group, a Barcelona-based company dedicated to organizing electronic music events, including Brunch Electronik, Invernadero, and Off Sonar.

A lawyer and strategic communications professional, specialising in institutional positioning and the coordination of high-level relations between the media, the public sector, the business world and international leadership. She heads WIP, the global think tank promoted by Grupo PRISA, which brings together international leaders annually in Barcelona to address the main geopolitical challenges

Anna has more than 20 years of legal practice in International Law, and is a Certified Lawyer with the Bar Association of Barcelona. Anna specialises in business set-up, investment transactions, and immigration strategies. Being an expat herself, she successfully runs the firm and several other businesses and works with investors from across the Globe.

Ronei Kolesny, originally from Brazil, has been a Barcelona resident since 1998. As a Global Advisor at Spain Sotheby’s International Realty, he specializes in real estate and construction project management. Ronei is dedicated to enhancing Barcelona’s development and global presence.

Advisor to the Board of Istanbul Portfoy A.S., one of the largest alternative asset management companies in Turkey and a founding partner of Fokus Yatirim Holding, an asset management and advisory firm active in Turkey since 2010. He was an independent Board Member of Akis Real Estate Investment Trust in Turkey until January 2017, a leading real estate development company part of Akkok Group of Companies with major presence in power, chemicals, textiles and real estate. He holds partnerships in various renewable energy projects including an end of life tire (ELT) recycling plant as well as a partnership in GFS Turkish Restaurants Ltd. Prior to Fokus he was Managing Director and CEO of Lehman Brothers, Turkey and a member of the Europe and Middle East Operating Committee.

Cris Kristofits is a serial networker who loves meeting new people. Her talent for making win-win connections has built a diverse network in Barcelona, ranging from local entrepreneurs to executives…and everything in between. Her knack for developing collaborative relationships has been key to her success at La Groc and at her role at the PWN Barcelona as the VP of Community Relations.

BA & MA in International business administration from Vienna University for economics 1999-2009 British Petroleum: various management roles in London , Singapore and Salzburg where was from 2004 until 2009 as General manager of BP Gas Austria 2009 IESE Global Executive MBA 2012 Consejero Delegado Primagas Energía Since 2016 Managing partner and Group CEO of Abinitio Consulting

I am a customer-centric, team player and results-oriented professional with 8+ years’ experience in sales as an account manager, account executive and customer success manager. Curious and interested in digital transformation, MarTech and artificial intelligence, I have a broad-based experience in digital marketing, data analytics and web/mobile dev industries

I am Alberto Laporta, Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Concentrix ES. I oversee the management of teams specializing in two key areas: improving customer service quality and achieving sales targets, mainly in the B2B sector. My approach focuses on fostering talent growth, innovation, and efficiency, enabling me to lead sustainable growth.

Originally from Chicago, I spent over a decade in New York, where I worked in advertising & marketing, before moving to my favorite city of all: Barcelona. I'm a graduate of Columbia University & Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, as well as a proud member of Bet Shalom Comunitat Jueva Progressista de Barcelona & the very first edition of Barcelona Global's Barcelona 2040 program

Moved from Toronto, Canada to Barcelona over thirty years ago and have been witness to many fascinating changes over the years in this beautiful city I call home. My passions are in art, culture and people. My career as a food photographer when I worked for many years for several national magazines. I currently serve as a director on the board of directors of our Industrial safety and mining compa

Experienced software sales leader and mentor with over 25 years of experience from international companies like Microsoft, IBM etc. Mainly marinated in the corporate world , but recently some scaleup and startup journeys as well. Passionate about sales and positive outcomes, both for businesses and people! Helping others succeed is close to my heart.

I'm en entrepreneur from NYC who has worked in real estate and Internet Advertising. I am currently building an aerospace company here in Barcelona with La Salle University. I'm also starting a sales website.

Robin Lokerman is Group President at MCI Group the global leader in engaging and activating audiences with 2,500+ professionals in 31 countries. Robin leads the development of MCI outside Europe and has lived in Brussels, Singapore, New York, Dubai and since 2017 in Barcelona. He is a business angel and consults on Business Transformation.

Eduard López is an executive with extensive experience in the pharmaceutical sector, particularly in general management, financial management, and process and systems consulting. He has over 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, which has enabled him to lead various strategic projects within the sector. He is currently the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Inibsa.

After studying my Bachelors in Passau, I moved to Stuttgart for an internship at Daimler - my entry into the automotive/mobility world. During my Master degree, I was able to go to Barcelona for an internship at SEAT S.A. I directly fell in love with the city and moved here in 2020. Currently working at Nethodology in the area of Data Analysis/Digital Listening.

French citizen with an international mindset, and Barcelonian by choice, I am a blobal business leader and brand builder with more than 25 years of experience in delivering profitable growth for Health & Beauty brands across multiple geographies and channels.

David Mañas: Director of the Managed Infrastructure Services and Private Clolud (MIS & PC) unit. Responsible for designing, developing, installing and operating the IT and storage services in the T-Systems Data Centers (or their clients) guaranteeing the integrity of systems and processes.

With a degree in Economics and Business Administration, he has dedicated the last 16 years of his professional life to the field of design-related training. Since 2007 he has been working at the Istituto Europeo di Design in Barcelona (IED), a leading Italian school in the field of design, and is currently Managing Director of IED Barcelona.

Socio en ROEH Law & Tax, firma mexicana con presencia en México, España y China. Lidero Comercio Exterior, Aduanas y Fiscal Internacional. Asesoro a empresas europeas en su entrada y operación en México. Participación activa en diálogo industria–gobierno. Profesor y conferencista. Actualmente curso un máster en ESADE. Basado en Barcelona con enfoque familiar e internacional.

Christophe is a former executive, an accomplished Marketer, and a convinced Agile Way of Working promoter. His professional portfolio involves working in companies in FMCG (L’Oréal, Danone), pharma (Sanofi, Lundbeck, Novo Nordisk,…), and medical devices (Abbott) global marketing, and corporate communications company (Omnicom), with leadership positions within the marketing and sales teams locally

I’m the founder of @tibidabocyclingclub, a social media channel dedicated to sharing educational and inspiring content for a community of passionate cyclists.

Giorgio Miano joined Applause in April 2020 as the Enterprise Sales Director in charge of South Europe and Middle East & Africa markets. Prior to this role he held several executive roles including Vice President of Global Sales at BandwidthX from January 2017 to March 2020, VP & Managing Director Europe and SVP Caribbean and Latin America at Syniverse where he worked for 12 years from 2004 to 2016. Prior to joining Syniverse, Giorgio held various positions at Wind Telecommunications in Italy from 2000 to 2003 and at ExxonMobil in Italy from 1996 to 1998. Giorgio holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics from the University of La Sapienza of Rome and a Master’s Degree in Cooperation and International Development from the University of Pavia in Italy. He attended the Accelerated Development Program at the London Business School in 2005 and the Advanced Management Program at IESE Business School (Barcelona, Spain) in 2015. He is passionate about technology start-ups, he is an angel investor and also a mentor. In his spare time he enjoys his family, he likes to play tennis and biking.

I have over five years of cross-cultural and international experience working with global companies as a marketing specialist and brand designer. I hold a bachelor’s degree in industrial design and have certifications in entrepreneurship and marketing. I’m currently based in Barcelona, Spain.

A Barcelonian-by-Choice, I recently relocated from San Francisco, CA to lead Barcelona-based technology startup, Rebelio.tech, providing enterprise-grade ecommerce solutions. Previously, I led Global Ecommerce & Digital for Walmart, marketing for Pepsi Europe, two $3B+ private equity backed retailers, and 3 B2B & Healthtech startups. I love the incredible energy here and am happy to connect!

During my professional life I have been an entrepreneur, businessman and manager of multinational companies. I was Honorary Vice Consul of El Salvador in Barcelona for more than 10 years and I collaborate with educational and social NGOs such as NPH and Fundación Padre Arrupe. I am currently Consul General of El Salvador in Barcelona and besides all the above mentioned duties.

I'm French, before settling in Barcelona 10 years ago (already!) I studied and lived in the USA, Mexico, Australia, UK and Indonesia. Professionally I have spent the last 15 years recruiting and managing teams in international companies. Personally I love nice restaurants and paddling at sunrise in la Barceloneta!

Alex holds a degree in Business Administration (ADE) from IQS and an MBA from IESE, and has extensive experience in auditing, strategic consulting, and asset management. His professional career includes positions at Ernst & Young, Europraxis Consulting, Banco Santander, Castellana 93 Asset Management, and Orbita Family Office. He is currently the managing partner at Blaumar Capital.

Jean Philippe brings twenty five years of experience in the hotel industry. He has been with the company for over 13 years and has held various roles at the flagship property, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong, where he held the position of Hotel Manager for five years. Lately Jean Philippe was General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech, one of the best luxury Resort in Africa. A French national, Jean Philippe traveled to Barcelona with his wife and two children.”

Is an international speaker, trainer and author. A collaborator of IESE Business School and author of four books, Florian offers transformational communication seminars, keynote speeches and presentation coaching, in English, German and Spanish mainly to international brands like Banco Santander, Chupa Chups, Danone, Microsoft, Moët Hennessy or Zalando.

Described as “a rare polymath with deep expertise in tech, marketing and psychology”, best-selling author and podcast host, Nathalie Nahai, draws upon a rich background in human behaviour, web design and the arts, to offer a unique vantage point from which to examine the complex challenges we face today. She is also the founder of Flourishing Futures Salon.

Investment professional with experience in flexible capital solutions for entrepreneurs. A highly-motivated, self-starter with the ability to work in a challenging work environment. Exceptional communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external parties

Martina grew up in Hamburg, Germany, where she studied Geography and Botany, although she soon discovered her passion for Marketing. She decided to move to Miami to further her education in the field — and to enjoy a change in climate. She began her professional career at P&G (Procter & Gamble) as a Brand and Marketing Manager, where she spent eight years. Before moving to Barcelona and joining Freixenet, she worked across South America at companies such as Coty Beauty and Sara Lee, always in the role of Marketing Director. In 2004, she joined the Freixenet Group, where she eventually became CMO and a member of the Board. Since April of this year, she has served as CMO of Henkell Freixenet, a group that reported €1.181 billion in revenue in 2022 and employs over 3,500 people. Nearly 20 years leading global marketing for the group.

Attorney admitted in Venezuela and Colombia with over 10 years of professional experience, including 6 years specializing in Immigration Law for the Andean Region. Andrea currently leads the corporate immigration practice at Orience in Spain, where she develops tailored immigration strategies for multinational companies. Her deep understanding of client needs and business operations, ensures seamless and compliant cross-border mobility.

Riccardo Palazzolo Henkes is an urban researcher and consultant specialized in urban regeneration and innovation. He works at Institut Cerdà and has collaborated with both public and private organizations. Educated at Universitat Pompeu Fabra, IAAC, and Erasmus University, he combines data analysis, urban design, and territorial policy, and also teaches courses on urban economics.

Yara is a consultant in Growth, Growth-orinted leadership, Marketing and Product Development for tech scaleups. She was the Global VP Growth of Skyscanner, the famous flight search engine that was sold for 1.4 billion pounds. Chief Growth Officer for Preply (Kiev/Barcelona), Oda (Oslo/Helsinki/Berlin) and advisor for Chinaccelerator and several startups in Spain, EMEA and APAC. Lives in Barcelona by choice.

Career: - Finance & Ops Leader (focus on GTM) with experience across high growth & efficiency focused companies to help functional leaders scale and grow their business under variety of domains: (enterprise software, B2B SaaS with PLG lean, asset-heavy omnichannel solar) - Lived and worked in USA; moved here with my two kids and wife to Barcelona to appreciate cities designed for people, not cars

International finance, CFO and board roles. Specialises in technology, SaaS, media and e-commerce. M&A and transformation at private equity and venture capital backed businesses in Europe. Business angel, advisor and investor. Co-founded BOPA Microfinance. Danish, Global Executive MBA from IESE Barcelona. Speaks multiple languages fluently, incl. Spanish. Recently relocated to Barcelona from Paris

International financial management professional and a serial entrepreneur. After completing the international business studies in Finland, work took me to Barcelona. I have gathered extensive experience in financial management in multinational companies such as Hewlett Packard and Vueling. Now focusing on projects of profitability, financial planning and company valuations + M&A.

Jim is the managing member of Billboard Loans, a private lending company that specializes in providing debt and equity capital to outdoor billboard companies. From January 2006 until date of its sale in January 2018, Jim was the Executive Vice President of Business and Legal Affairs and General Counsel of WaveDivision Holdings, LLC, a broadband operator that served more than 280,000 customers.

Founder of eDreams, first Publicly Traded Unicorn in Spain Producer of Musical Theatre Shows. Musician Investor in over 50 Internet Companies, including 4 Unicorns https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Javier_Perez-Tenessa

I studied Business at many universities around the world. I co-founded Pack, a mentoring & coaching platform for companies. Founder of GenQ, a non-profit organization that faces the challenge of D&I in firms and institutions.
I'm also the founder of Italian Tech Club, a community of entrepreneurs, executives, and investors sharing the same vision: supporting the Italian innovation ecosystem.

Italian, thirty-nine years old, after a career in amateur golf I've graduated in international business and started my career in consumer goods multi-nationals. Started in Finance and Strategic planning, in my recent years I've led marketing teams across Italy, France, Spain and Portugal. Trained at IESE and ISDI, I am now responsible for Digital Products development for Whirlpool EMEA E-Commerce.

Advisor and Director with more than 20 years of experience in Finance and Corporate Management Control, in international organizations, reporting to the CEO of the company and with a key role in business monitoring, design of analytical accounting systems, leading transition and transformation processes.

I am an international lawyer, born in Venezuela and living in Spain since 2006. In 2016, I set up my own International Law Firm in Barcelona to provide legal solutions and services to ex-pats and locals. In 2022 I set up an international network of lawyers with a presence in Barcelona, Madrid, México DF, Miami, Bogotá, and California.

Born in Perpignan, where I grew up and met my wife Marion (also member of Barcelona Global!!), then left the South of France to go on with our life and careers. I worked with Arthur Andersen and Mckinsey in Paris and the US. In 2012, I co-founded Jumia, which I am still running at the moment. Jumia is an ecommerce platform in Africa and now listed in the NYSE.

MD T-Systems Iberia from Oct.2017, with more than 20 years of experience in IT market: Ernst & Young, Sun Microsystems and gedas in Brazil, Germany and Spain. He joined the DT Group in 2006, with the integraton of T-Systems and gedas in Spain. He held several leadership positions in strategic & financial functions. Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Master Business Admin (Sao Paulo 2003)

Eduardo is a seasoned investor and entrepreneur. He is Managing Partner of Pacific Community Management, an affiliate of Pacific Community Ventures (PCV), an impact-investing firm focused on consumer and hospitality brands with $60M under management. Eduardo serves on the boards of several PCV portfolio companies including ICU Eyewear, Pacific Catch and Pacific Pharmacy Group. Eduardo is the Chairman and co-founder of Resmex Group, Inc., which manages several different restaurant concepts in the Bay Area. Eduardo also serves as a board member of Silicon Valley Community Foundation, one of the biggest community foundations with $13 Billion under management. Prior to PCV, Eduardo co-founded World Wrapps Restaurants, a Nation's Restaurant News Hot Concept Winner, in 1994. He oversaw the growth of the company to a 26-store chain of gourmet innovative quick-service restaurants and raised growth capital from top tier venture firms. Eduardo co-founded and serves as Managing Partner of Brainstorm Ventures of San Francisco, a seed capital and early stage investment fund that has invested in 24 companies across the e-commerce and software sectors including companies like Opentable.com (public), Zappos.com (sold to Amazon) and Me.com (sold to Apple Computer). Eduardo is currently developing a luxury apartment complex in Barcelona called Palau Moxo. He is remodeling a 1770 landmark property that will bring a unique product to the historic center of Barcelona. Eduardo received an MBA from Harvard University in 1993 and graduated with a BA in Economics from the University of California, San Diego in 1989. Eduardo and his wife have three wonderful children.

Founder/CEO of a Brazilian startup in the fintech & human resource spaces, which was acquired in 2021. Previously, a venture capital investor at Redpoint's Brazil fund from 2012-15. Currently doing consulting work in the biotech, software and venture capital worlds.

Mexican American entrepreneur with a strong track record in founding and scaling software, and old-economy, companies. My career includes significant roles at Google, McKinsey & Co, and Bain & Co, spanning the USA, the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East. Since 2023, I have been living in Barcelona, where I established Iberian Ventures, my Private Equity firm.

My professional career didn’t get the conventional start I was hoping for. Freshly graduated of law school I scouted Madrid law firms for employment. After pressing lots of flesh and hundreds of rejections hustling for a role at a leading firm, I landed a job - selling insurance from door to door. Rather than struggling to break into the legal profession, I decided to disrupt the law from within.

I can work anywhere, so I am privileged to be a Barcelonian by choice. For 25+ years I have been a psychotherpist, coach and spiritual guide for anyone who wants to turn anything around, be it their health, relationship, or business. With graduate degrees in Divinity and Social work, I cover a wide spectrum of concerns and have clients worldwide. I also host conversational and art salons.

My namer is Jorge Rojas and I am originally from Mexico City. I was born the 19th of September, 1977. I studied for 15 years at the German School in Mexico and graduated from Universidad Iberoamericana with a Law degree. Education is my life and every year we send over 4000 students to study abroad. We also help over 200,000 students every year to learn or improve the english language.

CPB-lab.com. Also teacher at Barcelona (Instituto Europeo di Design), Luzern (HSLU), and Stockholm (Hyper Island). He is a facilitator and coach with extensive experience in education, design and business.

Born in Milan in 1972 and based in Barcelona since 2000. Outstanding professional in sales, marketing and B2B channel development. Graduated in Telecommunications Engineering at the Politecnico di Milano and master in Esade and ISDI. Extensive international experience, he has played key roles in D-Link, contributing to the growth of the company in Europe. Since 2023 independent consultant.

Simona holds exceptional academic qualifications, including a Postgraduate Degree in Entrepreneurship and Finance from the University of California, Berkeley. Simona has built a career in the tech and innovation sector working in Silicon Valley for companies such as Turo (Unicorn) and Softbank. Currently, Simona works as a senior advisor at Mind the Bridge, a global innovation advisory company.

Entrepreneur. Active member of the Franco-Spanish networking in the city of Barcelona. I have spent most of my professional career as director general of the French Chamber of Commerce in Barcelona. Founding member of the Now Where - Le Refuge Association. Founding member of OM Nation Barcelona. Great fan of sports and especially football as well as opera and the world of wines.

Carmen Santana, is Chilean soul, French spirit, and Catalan heart. Co-founder at Archikubik, architects, and town-planners, based in Barcelona. She is expert in urban ecology sustainable development within the technology information era. She is also professor and coordinator at the Master of Urban Environment and Sustainable Development, studying the impact of technology information on the organization of the Territory, at the Escola Superior d’Arquitectura, ETSAB, UPC. Co-founder of @kubik, transdisciplinary space for small and very small companies in Barcelona. She was named Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, promotion spring 2014.

Professional with solid experience in financial and strategic consulting, currently Manager at Future Finance - Bluecap of Globant in Barcelona. He has over eight years of professional experience at leading firms such as Accenture, KPMG, and Deloitte, taking on roles of increasing responsibility in strategic consulting projects in the financial sector. He holds an international academic background, with a Master’s in Banking & Finance (110/110) from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and specialization studies at The London School of Economics and the University of Warwick. Passionate about financial innovation and risk management, he combines strong technical skills in quantitative finance, risk management, and corporate finance with a proven ability to work in dynamic and multicultural environments.

I am a 32 years old italian girl who studied languages and travelled around Europe to learn more about them until chosing Barcelona as the city where to put down roots. I moved here 9 years ago to study Event Management and started as an intership in the company where I still work today. I grew up profesionally and personally with the company while connecting with Barcelona both for work and life.

Since 2018 working, living in and loving Barcelona. Until 2025 CFO of Freixenet S.A. and Head of Supply Chain Management of Henkel & Freixenet.

Degree at Oxford University and PhD at the MRC NIHR in London (genetic control of development). For his postdoc in Edinburgh, (MRC-HGU) he invented the imaging technology: Optical Projection Tomography. In 2006 he became Senior Group Leader at the CRG in Barcelona and in 2011 the Coordinator for Systems Biology. In 2017 he was recruited to EMBL as Head of the new EMBL Barcelona unit.

Hola, - Moved to Barcelona after 1.5 years living in USA (from Moscow, RU) - Last 4 years work as CTO in IT companies in a teams 10-100 members (now for USA startup) - Make a 3-5 high quality trips per year (i.e. sailing expedition in Patagonia, trekking in Peru, sailing in northern France, Egypt off the beaten paths, etc) - Want to switch into new fields for myself: urban planning, social impact

Brand storyteller & strategist, with background in innovation, corporate culture, content production and linguistics. Creative manager, TEDx speaker, transmigrant.

Hospitality professional with expertise in international sales and guest-relationship management within the luxury 5-star hotel sector. Has held commercial roles in renowned Barcelona properties, including Hotel Casa Fuster, Almanac Barcelona, and Mandarin Oriental. Currently leads the commercial strategy at Camiral Resort in Girona, the host venue of the 2031 Ryder Cup.

Anna is an opera singer with a Master's from "Liceu" Conservatory who considers Barcelona her home. She leads pivotal processes as Product Director at proSapient, a UK IT company, and speaks 7 languages. Anna combines her love for art and tech through "Unlock Art," a Barcelona-based artistic non-profit. A committed humanitarian, she actively supports refugees affected by the ongoing war in Ukraine

I am German, but I was born and have always lived in Barcelona. I am an entrepreneurial woman and have founded companies always linked to the world of marketing and communication. I currently run my own press and public relations company. I love being able to immerse myself in my clients’ worlds; I work with companies from various sectors, which allows me to learn every day.

Executive leader with over 25 years of international experience in Human Resources and Business Transformation within complex, fast-paced multinational environments. Trusted strategic partner with a people-first mindset and a proven track record in driving growth, cultural evolution, and large-scale transformation. Expert in HR strategy, Business Transformation, Organizational design, M&A, Talent and Culture management. Known for aligning people and business strategies, building agile organizations, and developing strong leadership pipelines. Currently leading both Global HR and Business Transformation at Fluidra, reporting to the CEO and overseeing the Chief Transformation Officer, shaping the company’s future through people, purpose, and innovation.

Hilde Teerlinck is the CEO – General Director for the Han Nefkens Foundation, which supports young video artists worldwide through production grants. All projects are realised in close collaboration with international museums and art centers. She was the director of FRAC Museum in Dunkerque, the artcenter in Altkirch and Coordinator of the Pavilion Mies van der Rohe in Barcelona.

Houston educator with Hispanic heritage, passionate about science and diverse learning. Masters in Teaching, skilled in data-driven instruction. Experienced in primary education. Supports family business growth from afar.

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"Remember when IT was just about keeping the lights on? We don't either." Vincent and partners support executives to run IT for business. Vincent is a Fellow of the Cybernetics Society, a member of the Society for Complexity in Organisations (SCiO), past president of Sociocracy for All and member of KNVI. He studied history and politics in Leiden, Berlin and Aix-en-Provence (1997, magna cum laude)

Willem van Rossem has ample international experience in hotelmanagement in the USA, Spain, France, Japan and The Netherlands. Currently Mr. van Rossem shares his knowledge with a new generation of future hospitality professionals at the prestigious hopitality management schools Ferrieres and oversees the opening of their Barcelona campus.

I’m Bert van Zetten. I founded our first contemporary art gallery in Barcelona, together with my partners in 1998. We now have 4 galleries in Amsterdam and Barcelona and have collaborated with various cultural institutions and museums. I try to approach things with an open mind and always look forward to new creative projects, challenges and business ideas.

Multidisciplinary entrepreneur in Real Estate, marketing, and events. Founder of Bresson Brokers (real estate agency in Buenos Aires) and Factor B (corporate events venue in Barcelona). Columnist and trainer focused on innovation, brand storytelling, and the development of identity-driven projects.

Founder, CEO and producer at Lukimedia, S.L., a production company specialized in Consulting and International co-productions. Lecturer at International Film Festivals, Universities and filmschools and with experience in the audiovisual field for over 20 years.

Anna Weers, Director of Digital Marketing – Europe at TransPerfect, holds a Master's degree in Linguistics and Communication and has been working for TransPerfect since 2006. Anna oversees the digital marketing campaigns, branding, and creative content for TransPerfect's European hubs, contributing to the company's global presence. Anna holds dual German and English nationality.

Liran Wizman is a real estate and hospitality entrepreneur specializing in rebranding and redeveloping venues all over Europe. As Owner & Founder of Europe Hotels Private Collection (EHPC), he focuses on creating innovative and memorable experiences that are tailored to unique locations. The collection includes the contemporary design-led lifestyle brand Sir Hotels with hotels in Amsterdam, Berlin...

Driven by a love for Barcelona, design, and architecture, I work in real estate helping international clients find their ideal homes. My international experience, global network, and work with multicultural teams on complex projects shape the way I work. I also pursue my passion for digital art, science, and innovation, blending creativity and technology in the projects I developing.

Accomplished international senior executive, business consultant and investor. Over 25 years track record in business advisory, functional and top management roles in global consulting firms and large corporations, including fast growing organizations in some of the most dynamic markets and corporate environments.

Silvie Zámečník is a Czech business strategist and Managing Director of AINCZECH S.L., a cross-border advisory firm within the ETL Global Spain network. Based between Brno and Barcelona, she operates on a global scale, specializing in international business development, innovation ecosystems, and economic diplomacy.

Hi, I'm Felix Zilinskas. I'm a creative and art director with extensive experience in international markets. Currently I am founding CEO of Jiuston Advertising ( https://www.jiuston.space ) a marketing and creative strategy company. I am also a visual artist (https://www.fzilinskas.com ) Like you, in love with Barcelona and want to make it even better. Nice to meet you!