My work at Telefónica has always revolved around information technology and project management. In recent years I have been focused on bringing digital transformation to our major clients, companies and public administrations, and, more specifically, on the digital transformation of the health sector, which I understand is the concept behind the term digital health. My responsibilities include the pre-sales area (preparing the offers that are delivered to clients) and project execution (delivering to the client the value that we have committed to in the contracted offers).

In addition to my work at Telefónica, my knowledge of digital health has led me to become a member of the board of directors of the Asociación Salud Digital, a non-profit organisation aimed at promoting its expansion and knowledge in Spain, and also to be the coordinator of the digital health working group at the Official College of Telecommunications Engineers.

Alexander Chassaigne has over 25 years of experience in the mobile communications industry, with extensive expertise in Radio Access Network (RAN) design, engineering, and optimization. After 15 years with Telefónica Venezuela, he joined Telefónica’s Global CTIO unit in 2017 in Madrid.

Currently, he is part of the Open RAN and New Radio Solutions team, where he actively contributes to European research projects and standardization activities. He represents Telefónica as a delegate in 3GPP RAN Plenaries and the O-RAN Alliance. In his role as a 3GPP RAN Plenary delegate, he analyzes open Work and Study Items (WI/SI), providing support and contributions to those aligned with Telefónica’s strategic objectives, internal initiatives, and research programs.

His work involves close collaboration with industry experts, engineers, and stakeholders from diverse organizations, including network operators, equipment manufacturers, and technology providers. Through these efforts, Alexander plays a vital role in fostering consensus and driving collective progress toward shared goals in the telecommunications industry.

Paula Prado is a journalist and communicator. She works as an Information Security Consultant, focusing on governance and security awareness. She works directly on the development of awareness programmes to boost the maturity and security culture of Telefónica Brazil.

For two years, she led the Vivo Mulheres affinity group, carrying out activities that impacted more than 10,000 employees. Vivo Mulheres is a group focused on promoting gender equality and inclusion within the company.

Paula Prado is also part of Vivo’s community of internal influencers, the Vivo Creators. She also works as a speaker and specialist in presentations and public speaking, offering ideas and training that help others improve their communication skills.

My main role today is to promote, influence and indoctrinate the use of the cloud at Telefónica Brazil, providing the necessary support so that the business areas use the technology in the best possible way, taking advantage of the benefits of the cloud. My team provides all the necessary support from the feasibility analysis of a project, its conception, adoption of the cloud and deployment of resources, as well as support during and also after the project phase, helping in the digital transformation work so that obsolete environments are modernised, always following the best practices of cloud adoption.

Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations and Master’s Degree in Aerospace Sciences from the University of the Brazilian Air Force, with a specialisation in Aerospace Power and Contemporary Political-Strategic Thought. Specialist in Institutional Relations and Public Policy, with experience in the articulation between the public and private sectors and civil society. He is currently Manager of Institutional Relations for the East Region at Vivo (Telefónica Brazil), where he works in the management of regulatory risks, innovation and the strengthening of relations with stakeholders in the states of Rio de Janeiro and Espírito Santo.

I studied Telecommunications Engineering and joined Telefónica in 2000. Here I had the opportunity to start in the exciting world of Artificial Intelligence more than 15 years ago. I currently work at GCTIO, dedicated to the research and application of AI looking for innovative solutions that improve the efficiency and quality of our networks

I currently work as a People Expert at Bluevia and have worked in Talent Recruitment at Telefonica Spain.

My true passion is people. Throughout my professional career, I have specialised in integrated human resources management, leading team transformation and talent development in companies such as Telefónica, Bluevía, Iberbanda, Ahold and Bodaclick, among others.

I have been a trainer in Coaching and Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) for more than 10 years, helping to develop key skills in personnel selection and professional growth.

As an executive coach and assessment specialist, I collaborate with companies in the development of their management teams, and as a mentor, I support entrepreneurs in initiatives such as Wayra, Telefónica’s innovation hub. I also accompany people in their personal development through individual coaching.

I hold certifications as an Executive Coach, Master Practitioner in NLP and specialist in Systemic Therapy. I am also certified in Assessment Centre by HAY GROUP and in the Soft Skills Certification Programme of the European Commission.

My commitment is to accompany individuals and teams in their evolution and growth, helping them to reach their full potential.

Elisabeth is EU Affairs Manager at Telefónica’s Brussels office, where she works on advancing both Telefónica SA and Telefonica Deutschland O2 interests at EU level.

I am a telecommunications engineer and I have been working for about 20 years in different parts of Telefónica in different areas; from development and integration to technology consulting or product management or strategy.

I am currently part of the Telefónica Tech Strategy area, where we are dedicated to defining, with the invaluable and absolutely necessary collaboration of the technology and product areas, our next moves and positioning, both technological and business, in technological areas such as Cloud, Cybersecurity, IoT and AI/Data.

With a career spanning 2 decades at Movistar, the commercial brand of the Telefónica group in Uruguay, Lucía has combined strategic, planning and operational roles to drive digital transformation and technology service management. Her main responsibilities have ranged from the definition of governance models for Artificial Intelligence to the implementation of IT and business processes and their respective metrics for continuous improvement and decision making, she has led complex and multidisciplinary projects in the area of Technology and Digital Transformation with impact locally and in the 8 countries of Telefónica in Latin America.

Currently at Telefónica, he focuses on managing and ensuring compliance with both corporate and local regulations to prevent, reduce and control the risks associated with business activities in all areas, for example, in compliance with AI regulations or risk analysis of the solutions we deploy in the company, he is also dedicated to promoting a corporate ethical culture through the implementation and supervision of policies, internal governance guidelines and training programs.

His experience as a university professor allows him to share his knowledge and expertise to train new talent in the technology sector.

He lived 15 years in Prague, Czech Republic, speaks Czech and loves to travel and learn about other cultures.

She is the mother of Andrea and Paola

Electronics engineer with a Master’s degree in Communications Systems and Networks and Business Management. Experienced in the energy, education and technology sectors. Currently responsible for the global Business Continuity, Crisis Management, Supply Chain Security and monitoring of Physical, People and Travel Security indicators. 

20 years in the communication and marketing sector through sponsorship have helped me to begin to understand that we all want to be loved, because we want to be loved. By a person, by an environment… and of course by brands. So I try to make Movistar customers feel loved by our brand.

I’m Marina, responsible for Demand Generation for B2B. With more than 7 years at Telefónica, I have led projects always at the intersection between marketing and sales with the focus on boosting B2B growth.

Currently I lead the digital marketing strategy for channels such as paid media, marketing automation and SEO to grow online sales in a scalable way in LATAM.

What I love about marketing is the ability to mix analytics with creativity. It’s not just about numbers or campaigns, it’s about solving real needs and creating moments that surprise and connect with the audience.

What can you find in my content? Tips to improve your digital marketing strategy, advice on improving your personal brand on Linkedin and resources to grow your leadership skills, adaptability and many more.

My hobbies: I’ve been passionate about dance since I was a child, I love to travel and cook. My mantra: With effort, attitude and passion everything is possible.

Transformation and continuous improvement, value generation and business insights, mentoring and professional support, entrepreneurship and volunteering are the parameters that drive my life.

I enjoy launching projects from scratch and creating new businesses and opportunities; leading teams in a process of change and transformation; accompanying startups in redefining their strategy and business plan; helping professionals to grow in their careers and navigate through problems; and collaborating as a mentor and trainer in foundations and NGOs.

In my own path I have led this transformation from various perspectives and business areas of a large company such as Telefónica: in technical areas, pre-sales, marketing, online or face-to-face channel, and in all segments (Public, Companies and Wholesale Market). In recent years I have specialised in optimising income and expenses, maximising value generation chains and detecting the key elements that add return on investment to a large company.

Graduado em Ciências Físicas. Mestrado em Engenharia e Gestão de Telecomunicações pela UPM. Programa Superior de Engenharia e Gestão Ambiental na EOI.

Em minha carreira na Telefónica desenvolvi minha atividade nos departamentos de Vendas, Marketing e Produto, Pré-Vendas e Provisionamento na área B2B. Também me orgulho de ser Professor Interno em minha empresa.

Acredito nas pessoas, na tecnologia e na capacidade de transformar a realidade de ambas. Gosto de ouvir, dialogar e compartilhar em qualquer espaço onde me seja permitido estar. Tudo flui.

Rafael Alberto Méndez-Romero, Ph.D. obtained his undergraduate degree in Mathematics, a Specialisation in Applied Mathematics, a Master’s degree in Mathematical and Computational Modelling and a Ph.D. in Didactics of Experimental, Social and Mathematical Sciences. In both his master’s and doctoral degrees, he obtained the extraordinary prize for excellence and, in the latter, he was unanimously awarded the highest distinction Suma Cum Laude. He has been a professor at several universities in Colombia. In 2016 he began his career at the Universidad del Rosario and in 2017, he was appointed Distinguished Professor of this School. During his time at the Department of Mathematics, before the creation of the School of Engineering, Science and Technology, he was Coordinator of the Mathematics Service, the 4.0 Service and the recently created Applied Mathematics and Computer Science programme. In 2020, he was awarded the Excellence in Teaching Award in the category Inspirational Teacher. In the same year, he received the position of Vice Provost for Academic Affairs for the whole university. He is currently the Dean of the School of Engineering, Science and Technology at the Universidad del Rosario and his research interests focus on pedagogical innovation, mathematics education, social justice in education and educational technology

I am honoured to lead a team of colleagues and excellent professionals in global device management, with the primary objective of assisting our OBs in the commercialisation and revenue generation of devices. We use the scale of the group to achieve differentiation and commercial advantages that enable us to be more competitive in our markets, while delighting our customers with a better customer experience.

Passionate about communication, maintaining good human relations and an unconditional lover of travelling. More than 15 years of experience specialising in Sports within the Communications department of Movistar Plus+.

Ana is responsible for public positioning and institutional relations within the Public Policy department at Telefónica Hispanoamérica, the division of the Telefónica Group that encompasses operations in Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay, and Venezuela. She holds a degree in Law and International Business Administration and has over ten years of professional experience, having also provided legal and regulatory advice within the Telefónica Group and at the Spanish Arbitration Court of the Spanish Chamber of Commerce.

I am based in Brazil, working in the IT area as a change management analyst. I am an enthusiast of technology and the maker movement. Activist for diversity, equity and inclusion. Hackathon runner and volunteer in my spare time. I believe that true transformation happens when there is purpose, commitment and collaboration.