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Javier Santiso is a distinguished economist, entrepreneur, and professor at IE Business School, globally recognized for his expertise in innovation, emerging markets, and venture capital investment. As the founder of Club Mundi and Mundi Ventures, he has spearheaded initiatives that connect entrepreneurs and investors worldwide. Named a *Young Global Leader* by the World Economic Forum (Davos) from 2009 to 2013, he has been featured among the most influential Latin American thinkers of his generation by *Foreign Policy* magazine.
Santiso blends his academic expertise with his entrepreneurial and investment roles, positioning himself as a key figure in promoting innovation and venture capital across Europe and Latin America.
Javier Santiso has a wealth of international experience in economics and investment. As Vice President of ESADEgeo’s Center for Global Economy and Geopolitics (2010-2015), he worked alongside Javier Solana to promote innovative strategies for global markets. He served as Director and Chief Economist at the OECD Development Center, becoming the youngest executive to hold this position. He also worked in investment banking at Lazard Frères and Crédit Agricole Indosuez and as Chief Economist for Emerging Markets at BBVA.
In entrepreneurship, he led initiatives such as Amerigo, a venture capital network managing over €300 million across Europe and Latin America, and Talentum Startups, a platform for accelerators. He also founded *Start Up Spain*, a project to foster innovation and technology in Spain.
As a professor, Santiso has taught at prestigious institutions including Johns Hopkins University, the University of Oxford, and HEC School of Management in Paris. He has been a keynote speaker at major global events, such as the World Economic Forum in Davos and *The Economist Emerging Markets Summits*.
Javier Santiso’s talks are inspiring, practical, and rooted in his extensive international experience. They focus on topics such as startup investment, emerging markets, and innovation strategies in a global context. With an engaging and dynamic style, he provides valuable insights and tools for leaders, entrepreneurs, and academics interested in the transformative impact of technology and venture capital on the global economy.
An analysis of how emerging markets are reshaping the global landscape through innovation and technology investment.
Insights into how venture capital funds drive entrepreneurship and job creation.
Practical lessons from Santiso’s experience with initiatives like Amerigo and Talentum Startups.
A focus on the opportunities and challenges for Latin American businesses in the digital age.
Strategies for governments and businesses to thrive in a fast-changing technological and economic landscape.
If you’re looking for a strategic talk on innovation, venture capital, or emerging markets, you can book Javier Santiso through Thinking Heads. As an economist, entrepreneur, and leader in technology investment, Santiso delivers unique and actionable insights to address today’s global challenges. Contact Thinking Heads today for more information and to secure his participation in your next event.
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