Moving forward together.
Let’s create a meaningful world.
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I have witnessed a dream come true: a meaningful economy, aimed at having a positive impact on people and the planet that is now growing stronger. It is exciting to see that the economy has finally put the spotlight on what really matters.
Luis Berruete
Partner and Co-founder of Creas
He has co-founded and managed several family-owned businesses in the real estate sector (Navegando, B+B, Euro Aragón), and has promoted social change for years as founder and director in a number of foundations. An architect from the University of Navarra, he also holds a MDeS from Harvard University and a Master’s Degree in Real Estate Management from the University of Madrid.
To me, a meaningful world is a more human world, more connected with nature, with increased awareness.
Former general manager of Johnson & Johnson for Spain and Portugal. A consultant and coach with experience in business integration, company turnarounds and CSR programmes. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine from the University of Zaragoza, a Master’s Degree in Humanities from UFV, an MBA from IESE and an AMP from Harvard University.
To me, a meaningful world is a world where we can generate opportunities to make a positive contribution from the most genuine part of ourselves.
Over 20 years of experience in the M&A sector, investing in and managing technology venture capital funds as well as industrial growth/buy-out funds in Spain (CRB, Minerva Capital, Excel Partners). Expert in the EU H2020 programme. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in International Business from ICADE (E4) and is also a Certified Financial Analyst (CFA).
To me, a meaningful world is a world where people are again increasingly connected to themselves, to each other and to nature, a world with more conscious decisions led by a will to do more for the common good, a world driven by and from love, and with confidence in believing that all this is necessary and possible.
She has operated for more than 10 years in the impact investment sector, mainly in investment funds (OPIC, GBF, Gala Capital), but also in social companies (Grupo Empresarial Sostenible) and as a consultant (UNDP, World Bank). She started her career at L’Oreal and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Master’s Degree in International Relations (SAIS, Johns Hopkins).
To me, a meaningful world is a fair world, where everyone has access to equal opportunities. A world driven by responsibility and awareness, attracting people to solidarity towards others and the planet.
Former Investment and Business Development Manager at Grupo Mémora. He has worked as a Ph.D. Researcher in Agrifood Economy, and also as a consultant economist in environmental planning at Acciona and EIN.
To me, a meaningful world is a world where social and ecological development is balanced, where companies and financial resources are used as a means for this balance to become increasingly steady.
He previously worked in M&A for KPMG and GBS Finance. He also has extensive experience in Private Banking after his stint at UBS in Geneva, Switzerland. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management from CUNEF.
To me, a meaningful world is … a balanced world, where resources (money, time, work) serve people, where we all take care of each other’s and the planet’s well-being. In a way, being there for everyone else.
She was part of Sherpa Capital’s distressed investment team for four years, and has experience in M&A and Corporate Finance in the financial sector after her stints at EY and PwC. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Management from the Autonomous University of Madrid.
To me, a meaningful world is a fair world, where we all think beyond our own interests and lives, where we give the best of ourselves to make others happy.
He has over 3 years of experience in financial modeling and buy-side operations as well as M&A at Jobandtalent and later at Alantra Private Equity. He holds a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM) with a dual degree from École Centrale de Lyon.
For me, a meaningful world is one that cares not only for the present but also for future generations, considering them as a fundamental part of an inclusive, equitable, and sustainable long-term vision and planning.
We must invest in journeys rather than in moments. Impact investment can help us transition from simple return-oriented investments to long-term, complex return-oriented ones.
Carlos Barrabés
Founder and CEO of Barrabés
ADVISERS
CEO and co-founder of Gawa Capital, Spain’s leading Impact Investment firm, specialised in microfinance in emerging and developing countries.
Trade expert for the Spanish government. He founded AB Asesores and was the president of this firm until its merger with Morgan Stanley in 1999, when he was appointed chairman. Since 2001, he has been engaged in philanthropic activities and has chaired Fundación Lealtad, where he certifies NGOs for transparency and good practices.
Partner and CEO of Tresmares, an equity and debt funds management company focused on financing small and medium-sized enterprises and M&A in Spain, Lower-End Middle Market, while managing company portfolios, including boards and executive committees.
CEO and founder of Barrabés. An e-commerce pioneer in the 1990s in Spain, investor and expert in digital innovation and organisational transformation. Selected as Young Global Leader by Davos WEF in 2010.
Managing Director of Alantra’s Venture Capital department. She led the Teléfonica group’s innovation and technological start-ups area, and was formerly an investment manager at Ibersuizas, currently Portobello Capital.
Venture capital expert. She was the CEO of the venture capital fund Going Investment for 12 years. She also worked as manager at the Instituto de Fomento de Aragón, supporting company development.
Co-Founder of CREATIA HUMAN, a consulting firm specialized in assisting companies to genuinely align their purpose and corporate values. María José has spent twenty years helping create cultures where teams learn, are flexible, committed, capable of taking on challenges, and put people at the center, thus creating an improved society in a sustainable and authentic way.
A nature enthusiast who loves sports and human beings. My career started in the corporate world, then we founded Creas, and in recent years, I have worked as a consultant, helping major organisations and their employees connect with their purpose. I believe in a world where companies are meant to tackle the enormous challenges that lie ahead.
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