Who is Mònica Ballús?
Nika is an adventurer, engineer and entrepreneur born in Barcelona. She is a true citizen of the world, she has lived and worked in more than 7 countries and is fluent in 6 languages.
Her desire to explore and discover new horizons has led her to lead engineering operations in the Amazon jungle, launch startups in Brazil and California, and settle in the Swiss Alps. Nicknamed "chameleon" by her/her peers, Nika has always led her life following 3 principles: Challenge, Learn, Inspire.
What can you expect from Mònica Ballús as a speaker?
Nika's talks cover leadership, courage, collective resilience, change management, diversity and inclusion, innovation and sustainability.
With a rare mix of hands-on international business experience in large corporations, multi-industry entrepreneurship and life-changing adventures, Nika humorously and effortlessly takes us on her adventures while perfectly illustrating lessons in a way that can be applied to context. corporate.
What is her trajectory?
Nika holds three engineering degrees: Industrial and Computer Engineering from UPC (Spain), Engineering from Ecole Polytechnique (Paris) and an MBA from UC Berkeley Haas School of Business.
He has set a new Guinness World Record in kitesurfing and was the first person to cross Lapland unassisted in winter on his skis, a sled and his kite after recovering from a serious accident that required the entire reconstruction of his left heel.
The aftermath of her accident left her on the verge of becoming the first Spanish astronaut in history in 2022, but with the resilience that characterizes her, Nika has managed to reinvent herself again.
Conferences:
"Steering in the Storm: Shocking Leadership Without Authority"
In this talk, Nika delves into leadership strategies that can be employed without being in a position of power, and how through communication and influence people can be mobilized towards a common goal.
"Courage in the Face of the Abyss: Cultivating Courage and Collective Resilience"
This presentation highlights the importance of courage in the face of fear, and how to cultivate resilience both personally and collectively. Nika will share her experiences and lessons from her on how to face fears and overcome adversity.
"Ahead of the Future: Comfort in Uncertainty and the Art of Pioneering"
Nika discusses how you can cultivate a pioneering mindset comfortable with uncertainty, an essential skill in the ever-changing business world. Nika will share her first-hand experience of managing uncertainty in various contexts.
"The Rainbow of Teams: Building Trust and Diversity in Multicultural Environments"
This talk focuses on how diversity and multiculturalism can be fostered in international teams, and how to create an environment of trust. Nika will share her experiences and strategies for building and managing effective and diverse teams.
"Survival in the Business Game: Sustainability and Adaptability in a World of Limited Resources"
In this lecture, Nika draws parallels between expeditions and the business world, highlighting the importance of adaptability and sustainability. She will share lessons on how to operate effectively and sustainably in an environment with finite resources.
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