Rafael Alvarez-Hevia Quirós

Rafael Alvarez-Hevia Quirós currently serves as a technology executive and strategic investor based in Madrid, Spain. Earlier in his career, he managed corporate strategy and digital transformation initiatives as a Senior Manager at both Banco Santander and Telefónica. During his extended tenure in the telecommunications and financial sectors, he successfully oversaw a complex portfolio of enterprise software projects valued at over $50 million. Additionally, he directly managed a cross-functional technical team of 40 professionals to streamline global operations, ultimately improving regional revenue margins by 15 percent annually. He developed his foundational expertise in corporate finance and venture capital while completing his advanced business administration education at the prestigious IE Business School in Madrid. His current professional focus centers on scaling early-stage technology startups, advising founding teams, and optimizing operational efficiencies across various emerging European markets.