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CEO at Futuro Perfecto Innovation
Jaime Trainor is an accomplished engineer and business executive with over 15 years of experience in the aerospace, defense, consultancy, and railway sectors, with a strong track record of driving business growth and forming strategic partnerships. As the CEO and Founder of Futuro Perfecto, Jaime leads a multinational team specializing in securing European program funds, such as Horizon Europe, as well as private investments for startups.
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Richard Benjamins
Co-Founder & CEO of the Observatory for Social and Ethical Impact of AI, OdiseIA
Dr. Richard Benjamins, co-founder and CEO of OdiseIA and founder of RAIght.ai, is a leading voice in responsible AI, having shaped Telefónica's ethical AI approach until recently. Recognized as one of the 100 most influential people in data-driven business, he advises prestigious bodies including the Vatican's Centre for Digital Culture and MIT-Sloan's Responsible AI panel.
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Deputy Councilor for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Madrid City Council
Angel Niño holds a Technical Engineering degree in Computer Management, a Bachelor’s in Business Administration, and a Master’s in Business Intelligence and Big Data. As Deputy Councillor for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Madrid City Council and Vice President of Mercamadrid, he drives the city’s technological development and positions Madrid as a European hub for innovation through public-private collaboration.
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Developer Relations Manager for Quantum Computing, NVIDIA
Esperanza Cuenca Gómez is an industrial engineer turned quantum technology leader. Esperanza bridges deep technical expertise with strategic vision to accelerate the adoption of quantum computing worldwide. With a diverse background in finance, consulting, and emerging technologies, she now drives collaborations between industry, academia, and developers, unlocking the transformative potential of hybrid quantum-classical solutions. Passionate about innovation and positive social impact, she inspires others to see technology as a catalyst for change and a gateway to solving humanity’s most complex challenges.
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Managing Director, Ingredalia
Miguel Angel holds a PhD in Food Science and Technology and a degree in Chemical Sciences, Miguel Ángel has dedicated his career to innovation in sustainable food ingredients, leading Ingredalia in transforming plant-based by-products into functional, high value solutions. His extensive experience spans over two decades in R&D and industrial leadership, bridging scientific research with market-driven industrial development. Passionate about sustainable innovation, he drives collaboration between academia, industry, and technology to promote healthier, ethical, and eco friendly food systems.
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Health VC Investor and Corporate Innovation, Plug and Play Tech Center
Laura Soto Polo has a strong background in biomedicine, oncology, and stem cell research. Laura channels over five years of expertise in healthcare and innovation to identify and foster early stage health tech startups with high impact potential.At Plug and Play, she drives global digital health investments and collaborates with leading pharma and healthcare companies like Roche, Bayer, and AstraZeneca to accelerate technological adoption and transformation.
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Partner & Co-Founder, Scale Up Partner
Laura Franco Valero has over two decades in business development and management, primarily in healthcare. She now dedicates her career to transforming the Spanish market through innovative technologies. In her role at Scale Up Partner, she spearheads the search for highly scalable tech startups, empowering founders to secure funding, access new markets, and navigate corporate growth.
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CEO & Founder, Kapex Labs and Kapex Real Estate
Aleksander Altukhov, at just 18 years old, founded a blockchain powered ticketing and events startup, earning recognition for innovation from the Junta de Andalucía. Since then, he has launched multiple ventures focused on leveraging emerging technologies to solve real-world problems. With a passion for technology driven transformation, Aleksandr combines visionary leadership with hands-on experience in startup development, product innovation, and market disruption. He is committed to advancing the adoption of cutting-edge solutions that create value and foster sustainable growth.
