ABOUT SLAM
The mission of SLAM is to create an environment where young elite athletes can optimally combine their academic education, high-level sports training and state of the boarding facilities, guaranteeing a comprehensive and integral development for the students, specialising in the age range of to 12 to 18 years old.
Objective: To provide a space that fosters sporting and educational excellence, where athletes not only achieve their maximum physical performance, but also receive flexible and quality academic training. The residence will offer an adequate rest environment, essential for the recovery and well- being of athletes, ensuring a balance between studies, sport and rest.
SLAM’s core values are based on commitment, excellence and self-improvement, ensuring that young athletes not only excel in the sporting arena, but also grow personally and academically. These principles are key to developing well-rounded athletes who can rise to any challenge in and out of sport.
OUR VISION
SLAM strives to be an internationally recognized institution of educational excellence that inspires talented young people in the sporting, artistic and academic world to flourish in life and be the best they can be.
OUR MISSION
SLAM nurtures the leaders of tomorrow and equips them with the tools to be able to positively impact the world with humility from adolescence to adulthood.
FOUNDER
Enrique J. Martín
Founder and Managing Director of SLAM International
Enrique Martín is a prominent educational promoter and manager in Spain. He is a partner and administrator of the Universidad Católica a Distancia (UCADI), and founder and secretary of the Gaudium de Veritate Foundation, in addition to being a member of the Board of Directors of FACEPM and AEDHE. He is the creator of the educational model of several schools, including SLAM SCHOOL, Saint Thomas School, and Centro Universitario Santo Tomás, and has managed their construction, equipment and staffing, as well as corporate image and advertising.
He is founder and patron of several organizations, including Fundación DOM and Fundación Best Schule, and has promoted, advised and audited educational centers and companies in various regions of Spain.
Enrique Martín is a promoter, partner and administrator of several companies and organizations, including: UCADI (Universidad Católica a Distancia), COLEGIO SJE, PROMOCIÓN EDUCATIVA CAMINEROS S.L.U, GRUNDSTEIN GESTIÓN EDUCATIVA S.L.U and BEST SCHULE GESTIÓN EDUCATIVA S.A.
His extensive experience in the education sector and his ability to lead and promote projects make Enrique Martín a leading figure in education in Spain.
OUR TEAM
Enrique J. Martín
Founder and Managing Director of SLAM International
• Promoter, Partner, and General Director at “BEST SCHULE S.A.” (2005 - Present)
• Promoter, Partner, and General Director at “BEST SCHULE GESTIÓN EDUCATIVA S.A.” (2005 - Present)
• Founder and Trustee of “FUNDACIÓN BEST SCHULE” (2005 - 2009)
• Promoter, Partner, and Sole Administrator at “GRUNDSTEIN GESTIÓN EDUCATIVA S.L.U.” (2009 - Present)
• Promotion, advising, consulting, and auditing of educational centers and companies in Castilla y León, Castilla-La Mancha, Comunidad Valenciana, Andalucía, and Madrid.
• Promoter, Partner, and Sole Administrator at “PROMOCIÓN EDUCATIVA CAMINEROS S.L.U.” (2010 - Present)
• Promoter, Partner, and Sole Administrator at “FORJA SERVICIOS A COLECTIVIDADES S.L.U.” (2011 - Present)
• Promoter, Partner, and Sole Administrator at “COLEGIO SAN JUAN EVANGELISTA TORREJÓN S.L.U.” (2011 - Present)
• Director and Manager of San Juan Evangelista School in Torrejón, Madrid.
• Founder, Trustee, and Secretary of “FUNDACIÓN DOM” (2012 - Present), focused on the promotion and development of Catholic education.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of Saint Thomas School.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of SLAM SCHOOL and SLAM UNIVERSITIES.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of Centro Universitario Santo Tomás.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of FORJA TALENT.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of FORJA SERVICIOS A COLECTIVIDADES.
• Creator of the educational model for these schools, including their design and project. Responsible for administrative procedures with municipal, regional, and academic authorities. Supervised construction, equipment acquisition, and hiring of staff.
• Personally managed corporate image, advertising, videos, events, radio and TV commercials, website development, marketing, presentations, and interviews.
• Member of the Board of Directors at the Autonomous Federation of Private Education Centers of Madrid (FACEPM).
• Member of the Board of Directors at the Business Organization of the Henares Corridor (AEDHE).
• Recipient of the New York Awards, as Promoter of SLAM, for the Best Educational Project at the International Level (November 20, 2019).
Founder and Managing Director of SLAM International
• Promoter, Partner, and General Director at “BEST SCHULE S.A.” (2005 - Present)
• Promoter, Partner, and General Director at “BEST SCHULE GESTIÓN EDUCATIVA S.A.” (2005 - Present)
• Founder and Trustee of “FUNDACIÓN BEST SCHULE” (2005 - 2009)
• Promoter, Partner, and Sole Administrator at “GRUNDSTEIN GESTIÓN EDUCATIVA S.L.U.” (2009 - Present)
• Promotion, advising, consulting, and auditing of educational centers and companies in Castilla y León, Castilla-La Mancha, Comunidad Valenciana, Andalucía, and Madrid.
• Promoter, Partner, and Sole Administrator at “PROMOCIÓN EDUCATIVA CAMINEROS S.L.U.” (2010 - Present)
• Promoter, Partner, and Sole Administrator at “FORJA SERVICIOS A COLECTIVIDADES S.L.U.” (2011 - Present)
• Promoter, Partner, and Sole Administrator at “COLEGIO SAN JUAN EVANGELISTA TORREJÓN S.L.U.” (2011 - Present)
• Director and Manager of San Juan Evangelista School in Torrejón, Madrid.
• Founder, Trustee, and Secretary of “FUNDACIÓN DOM” (2012 - Present), focused on the promotion and development of Catholic education.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of Saint Thomas School.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of SLAM SCHOOL and SLAM UNIVERSITIES.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of Centro Universitario Santo Tomás.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of FORJA TALENT.
• Promoter, Director, and Manager of FORJA SERVICIOS A COLECTIVIDADES.
• Creator of the educational model for these schools, including their design and project. Responsible for administrative procedures with municipal, regional, and academic authorities. Supervised construction, equipment acquisition, and hiring of staff.
• Personally managed corporate image, advertising, videos, events, radio and TV commercials, website development, marketing, presentations, and interviews.
• Member of the Board of Directors at the Autonomous Federation of Private Education Centers of Madrid (FACEPM).
• Member of the Board of Directors at the Business Organization of the Henares Corridor (AEDHE).
• Recipient of the New York Awards, as Promoter of SLAM, for the Best Educational Project at the International Level (November 20, 2019).
Miguel Ángel Luna
Councillor
Education:
Miguel Ángel holds a law degree from CEU, an MBA from IESE at the University of Navarra, and has 34 years of experience as a banking executive. He is an expert in financial matters and value propositions for external clients, with a clear focus on people. He has also completed specialized courses at IESE, including a program for senior talent.
Professional Career:
Miguel Ángel has over 34 years of professional and managerial experience in private banking, retail banking, and online banking. He has held key positions such as General Director of Banco Banif, Banqueros Personales; General Director of ActivoBank for Spain and Portugal, with the rank of Central Director at Millenium BCP; General Director of Banco Popular e-com; CEO of Popular Banca Privada; and Deputy General Director of Banco Popular, overseeing client banking, which included Marketing, Quality, CRM, and other areas of the bank. At Santander, he served as Director of Segments and Business Development in Institutional Relations. He has also been President of Cooperación Internacional NGO and a trustee for several foundations, such as FERAMA. Additionally, he served as President of TROA Librerías for eight years. Currently: • Member of the Advisory Board of DENARIUS (a neo-bank). • Advisor to Banco López de Haro. • Trustee of the TASCUMI Foundation. • Head of the Nordestada Foundation.
Councillor
Education:
Miguel Ángel holds a law degree from CEU, an MBA from IESE at the University of Navarra, and has 34 years of experience as a banking executive. He is an expert in financial matters and value propositions for external clients, with a clear focus on people. He has also completed specialized courses at IESE, including a program for senior talent.
Professional Career:
Miguel Ángel has over 34 years of professional and managerial experience in private banking, retail banking, and online banking. He has held key positions such as General Director of Banco Banif, Banqueros Personales; General Director of ActivoBank for Spain and Portugal, with the rank of Central Director at Millenium BCP; General Director of Banco Popular e-com; CEO of Popular Banca Privada; and Deputy General Director of Banco Popular, overseeing client banking, which included Marketing, Quality, CRM, and other areas of the bank. At Santander, he served as Director of Segments and Business Development in Institutional Relations. He has also been President of Cooperación Internacional NGO and a trustee for several foundations, such as FERAMA. Additionally, he served as President of TROA Librerías for eight years. Currently: • Member of the Advisory Board of DENARIUS (a neo-bank). • Advisor to Banco López de Haro. • Trustee of the TASCUMI Foundation. • Head of the Nordestada Foundation.
Kiko Luna
Founder and Technical Director Moon Masters Schools
Coach of the most outstanding Blume players: Azahra Muñoz, Belén Mozo, María Hernández, Nuria Iturrios, Noemí Jiménez, Natalia Escuriola, Álvaro Quirós, Jordi García, Carlos del Moral, Borja Etchart, Carlos Pigem, Jorge Campillo, Daniel Berna, Javier Colomo, Juan Sarasti, Emilio Cuartero, Ignacio Elvira, Adrián Otaegui, Mario Galiano, Scott Fernández, Ivan Cantero, Jon Rahn, among others.
Founder and Technical Director Moon Masters Schools with more than 4000 students from 2000 to 2023.
Founder and Technical Director Moon Masters Schools
Coach of the most outstanding Blume players: Azahra Muñoz, Belén Mozo, María Hernández, Nuria Iturrios, Noemí Jiménez, Natalia Escuriola, Álvaro Quirós, Jordi García, Carlos del Moral, Borja Etchart, Carlos Pigem, Jorge Campillo, Daniel Berna, Javier Colomo, Juan Sarasti, Emilio Cuartero, Ignacio Elvira, Adrián Otaegui, Mario Galiano, Scott Fernández, Ivan Cantero, Jon Rahn, among others.
Founder and Technical Director Moon Masters Schools with more than 4000 students from 2000 to 2023.
MARIA JESUS CARREÑO ESTRADA
Manager of SLAM
Graduate in Economics and Business Administration, Actuary of the financial and insurance company, EMBA IESE University of Navarra. She has a deep understanding of the sector and strategic skills in risk management and financial consulting, and has been dedicated to the field of education in positions as a manager for the last 20 years.
Manager of SLAM
Graduate in Economics and Business Administration, Actuary of the financial and insurance company, EMBA IESE University of Navarra. She has a deep understanding of the sector and strategic skills in risk management and financial consulting, and has been dedicated to the field of education in positions as a manager for the last 20 years.
Juan Fco. Fernández Muñoz
Technical director of the centre.
Level 2 sports technician. Multiple times Spanish Champion. Double participation in the CJ World Championship.
Extensive experience in the training of pairs of horses in junior categories. National and international recognition in the training of horses.
Gallop Examiner for the RFHE.
Technical director of the centre.
Level 2 sports technician. Multiple times Spanish Champion. Double participation in the CJ World Championship.
Extensive experience in the training of pairs of horses in junior categories. National and international recognition in the training of horses.
Gallop Examiner for the RFHE.
Félix Capell
Founder of a boutique specialising in strategic advice strategic advice, financial analysis and development planning of investment projects investment projects
EXPERIENCE
Member of the Board of Directors of the Club Financiero Génova, and Board Member of the Instituto para la Calidad en los Medios ICMedia. Media Institute ICMedia. European Financial Advisor EFPA.
APTITUDES
Expert in strategic and financial analysis.
EDUCATION
Master's Degree in Finance from ICADE Specialist in Private Banking and Financial Advisory Services from the Institute of Stock Market Studies Graduate in Economics from the Université Paris-Dauphine and University of Seville.
Founder of a boutique specialising in strategic advice strategic advice, financial analysis and development planning of investment projects investment projects
EXPERIENCE
Member of the Board of Directors of the Club Financiero Génova, and Board Member of the Instituto para la Calidad en los Medios ICMedia. Media Institute ICMedia. European Financial Advisor EFPA.
APTITUDES
Expert in strategic and financial analysis.
EDUCATION
Master's Degree in Finance from ICADE Specialist in Private Banking and Financial Advisory Services from the Institute of Stock Market Studies Graduate in Economics from the Université Paris-Dauphine and University of Seville.
Don Eugenio Martínez Falero
University Professor
Mr. Eugenio Martínez Falero is a distinguished university professor with extensive experience in research and academic management.
Specialised in several areas, including quantitative techniques for natural systems analysis, methodologies for preference identification and innovation management, Eugenio has contributed significantly to the academic field throughout his career.
His career includes roles as head of department, managing director of research institutes and president of academic bodies. In addition, he has founded scientific societies and has been recognised with awards for his research work.
Eugenio has also held important positions in public administration and in academic, technical and scientific organisations, where he has led innovative projects and contributed to the development of technology consortia. His experience and leadership make him an invaluable asset in academia and research.
University Professor
Mr. Eugenio Martínez Falero is a distinguished university professor with extensive experience in research and academic management.
Specialised in several areas, including quantitative techniques for natural systems analysis, methodologies for preference identification and innovation management, Eugenio has contributed significantly to the academic field throughout his career.
His career includes roles as head of department, managing director of research institutes and president of academic bodies. In addition, he has founded scientific societies and has been recognised with awards for his research work.
Eugenio has also held important positions in public administration and in academic, technical and scientific organisations, where he has led innovative projects and contributed to the development of technology consortia. His experience and leadership make him an invaluable asset in academia and research.
Tomás Ortiz Alonso
Professor of Medical Psychology
. Tomás Ortiz Alonso is Professor of Medical Psychology at the Complutense University of Madrid.
An internationally renowned neuroscientist and expert in education, he develops neuroeducational programmes for children with the firm conviction that neuroscience and education must go hand in hand, especially when it comes to the learning of children with special educational needs.
Professor of Medical Psychology
. Tomás Ortiz Alonso is Professor of Medical Psychology at the Complutense University of Madrid.
An internationally renowned neuroscientist and expert in education, he develops neuroeducational programmes for children with the firm conviction that neuroscience and education must go hand in hand, especially when it comes to the learning of children with special educational needs.
Bettina von den Steinen
Director of the SLAM School
Bettina von den Steinen holds a master’s degree specializing in Educational Institution Management from the Institute of Educational Sciences at the Pontifical University of Comillas. She holds a degree in German Philology, History, and Pedagogy, and has obtained the title of Magister Artium from the University of Hagen. She is fluent in German, English, French, and Spanish. Since 2009, she has been an official examiner at the Goethe Institute in Madrid. She has worked in various international companies as a translator, as well as a language teacher and lecturer in schools and at Villanueva University. She is passionate about teaching and education. Until 2024, she served as the principal of Colegio San Juan Evangelista. Currently, she holds the position of director at the SLAM International School, where she continues to lead with excellence and dedication.
Director of the SLAM School
Bettina von den Steinen holds a master’s degree specializing in Educational Institution Management from the Institute of Educational Sciences at the Pontifical University of Comillas. She holds a degree in German Philology, History, and Pedagogy, and has obtained the title of Magister Artium from the University of Hagen. She is fluent in German, English, French, and Spanish. Since 2009, she has been an official examiner at the Goethe Institute in Madrid. She has worked in various international companies as a translator, as well as a language teacher and lecturer in schools and at Villanueva University. She is passionate about teaching and education. Until 2024, she served as the principal of Colegio San Juan Evangelista. Currently, she holds the position of director at the SLAM International School, where she continues to lead with excellence and dedication.
Julio Antonio Maroto Rodriguez
Professor (Music, Director)
Julio Maroto holds a degree in Pedagogy of Language and Music Education from Musikene (Basque Country School of Music), specialising in early music education.
He is currently Artistic and Academic Director of Grundstein Education Group, as well as Artistic Director of the Orquesta Sinfónica Luigi Boccherini de Madrid and JOIRE (Joven Conjunto Interreligioso Español).
He is also Principal Conductor of the Banda de Música de Las Rozas de Madrid and the Banda Municipal de Torrejón de Ardoz, as well as Guest Conductor of the Orquesta Filarmónica y Coros Cervantinos de Alcalá de Henares, among other consolidated Spanish musical institutions.
Professor (Music, Director)
Julio Maroto holds a degree in Pedagogy of Language and Music Education from Musikene (Basque Country School of Music), specialising in early music education.
He is currently Artistic and Academic Director of Grundstein Education Group, as well as Artistic Director of the Orquesta Sinfónica Luigi Boccherini de Madrid and JOIRE (Joven Conjunto Interreligioso Español).
He is also Principal Conductor of the Banda de Música de Las Rozas de Madrid and the Banda Municipal de Torrejón de Ardoz, as well as Guest Conductor of the Orquesta Filarmónica y Coros Cervantinos de Alcalá de Henares, among other consolidated Spanish musical institutions.
Juan Antonio Martínez
Teacher (Music, Trumpet)
Trumpet soloist at the Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège (Belgium) from 2014 to 2018. He has collaborated with different orchestras such as the Orquesta de Córdoba, Orquesta Sinfónica de Navarra, Orquesta Nacional de España, Orquesta Filarmónica de Bruselas, Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria, Orquesta Filarmónica de Radio Francia, Orquesta de Cadaqués and Orquesta del Palau de les Arts among others.
He has performed on some of the world's most important stages: the Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Carnegie Hall in New York, the Musikverein in Vienna, Suntory Hall in Tokyo, the National Arts Centre in Ottawa, the Berlin Philharmonic, the Paris Philharmonic, the Barbican Centre and the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Since 2017 he has been Assistant Soloist with the Orquesta Nacional de España and a member of the brass quintet brassONEquintet. He currently collaborates regularly with the BBC Symphony Orchestra in London as trumpet soloist. .
Teacher (Music, Trumpet)
Trumpet soloist at the Orchestre Philharmonique Royal de Liège (Belgium) from 2014 to 2018. He has collaborated with different orchestras such as the Orquesta de Córdoba, Orquesta Sinfónica de Navarra, Orquesta Nacional de España, Orquesta Filarmónica de Bruselas, Orquesta Filarmónica de Gran Canaria, Orquesta Filarmónica de Radio Francia, Orquesta de Cadaqués and Orquesta del Palau de les Arts among others.
He has performed on some of the world's most important stages: the Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Carnegie Hall in New York, the Musikverein in Vienna, Suntory Hall in Tokyo, the National Arts Centre in Ottawa, the Berlin Philharmonic, the Paris Philharmonic, the Barbican Centre and the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Since 2017 he has been Assistant Soloist with the Orquesta Nacional de España and a member of the brass quintet brassONEquintet. He currently collaborates regularly with the BBC Symphony Orchestra in London as trumpet soloist. .
Álvaro Octavio Díaz
Teacher (Music, Flute)
Álvaro Díaz received the award for excellence at the end of his studies at the Real Conservatorio Superior de Madrid and continued his advanced training in music at the Royal Academy in London.
He was selected to join the prestigious Karajan Academy of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra and has performed as a flute soloist for many orchestras, such as the Symphony Orchestra of Galicia, the Zurich Opera Orchestra and the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra. He is currently solo flute with the Orquesta y Coro Nacionales de España after having been solo flute for eleven years with the Orquesta de la Comunidad Valenciana.
He teaches flute and piccolo at Musikene (Escuela Superior de Música del País Vasco) and gives courses and masterclasses all over Spain for young orchestras from Madrid, Andalusia, Murcia and Valencia, and the National Youth Orchestra of Spain.
Teacher (Music, Flute)
Álvaro Díaz received the award for excellence at the end of his studies at the Real Conservatorio Superior de Madrid and continued his advanced training in music at the Royal Academy in London.
He was selected to join the prestigious Karajan Academy of the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra and has performed as a flute soloist for many orchestras, such as the Symphony Orchestra of Galicia, the Zurich Opera Orchestra and the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra. He is currently solo flute with the Orquesta y Coro Nacionales de España after having been solo flute for eleven years with the Orquesta de la Comunidad Valenciana.
He teaches flute and piccolo at Musikene (Escuela Superior de Música del País Vasco) and gives courses and masterclasses all over Spain for young orchestras from Madrid, Andalusia, Murcia and Valencia, and the National Youth Orchestra of Spain.
Javier Albarés
Teacher (Music, Cello)
Javier Albarés completed his higher education in cello in Madrid, and excelled with the award for excellence in both his instrument and chamber music. He went on to study at the Geneva Conservatory of Music and also graduated with a Master's degree in Music Research from the International University of La Rioja.
He has dedicated a large part of his life to teaching and since 2006 he has been a professor at the Centro Integrado de Enseñanzas Musicales F. Moreno Torroba where he carries out recognised pedagogical work in the field of music. He has also given several summer courses and has been invited to give several masterclasses in conservatories as well as to train young symphony orchestras such as the Youth Orchestra of the Community of Madrid and the Youth Orchestra of Andalusia.
He is currently a soloist with the Orquesta Sinfónica de RTVE and has recorded a CD, entitled "Parafraseando a Bach", devoted entirely to solo works for cello.
Teacher (Music, Cello)
Javier Albarés completed his higher education in cello in Madrid, and excelled with the award for excellence in both his instrument and chamber music. He went on to study at the Geneva Conservatory of Music and also graduated with a Master's degree in Music Research from the International University of La Rioja.
He has dedicated a large part of his life to teaching and since 2006 he has been a professor at the Centro Integrado de Enseñanzas Musicales F. Moreno Torroba where he carries out recognised pedagogical work in the field of music. He has also given several summer courses and has been invited to give several masterclasses in conservatories as well as to train young symphony orchestras such as the Youth Orchestra of the Community of Madrid and the Youth Orchestra of Andalusia.
He is currently a soloist with the Orquesta Sinfónica de RTVE and has recorded a CD, entitled "Parafraseando a Bach", devoted entirely to solo works for cello.
Beatriz Fuentes
Administration
Academic and Professional Education
· Training in Advertising and Public Relations
Acquired knowledge in designing advertising strategies, as well as in managing communication campaigns and public relations. Training focused on audience analysis, persuasive content creation, and handling both traditional and digital media.
· Program of Training in Business Administration
Comprehensive training in business management, covering key areas such as strategic management, organizational leadership, and efficient resource management. Emphasis on developing practical skills in financial planning, team management, and resolving business conflicts.
· Development of Executive Presence and Personal Communication and Leadership
Training aimed at strengthening executive presence, effective communication skills, and personal leadership, with the goal of improving professional interaction and decision-making in corporate environments. .
Administration
Academic and Professional Education
· Training in Advertising and Public Relations
Acquired knowledge in designing advertising strategies, as well as in managing communication campaigns and public relations. Training focused on audience analysis, persuasive content creation, and handling both traditional and digital media.
· Program of Training in Business Administration
Comprehensive training in business management, covering key areas such as strategic management, organizational leadership, and efficient resource management. Emphasis on developing practical skills in financial planning, team management, and resolving business conflicts.
· Development of Executive Presence and Personal Communication and Leadership
Training aimed at strengthening executive presence, effective communication skills, and personal leadership, with the goal of improving professional interaction and decision-making in corporate environments. .
Joaquín Berjano
Experienced Greenkeeper
Experienced Greenkeeper, responsible for the maintenance of the Pitch & Putt Golf School and training football fields, SLAM International, Los Ángeles de San Rafael, Segovia. Degree in Forestry Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Madrid. Turfgrass Management Program for Golf Courses, Michigan State University, USA.
Expert in Turfgrass Maintenance. Expert in Sports Turfgrass Maintenance. Responsible for the management of the maintenance of golf courses and football fields, including:
Ulzama Golf Club, Navarra, Spain. Ulzama Golf Club, Navarra. Real Club de Golf de Las Rozas de Madrid. Malaga Football Club. Real Sociedad de Futbol, San Sebastián.
Experienced Greenkeeper
Experienced Greenkeeper, responsible for the maintenance of the Pitch & Putt Golf School and training football fields, SLAM International, Los Ángeles de San Rafael, Segovia. Degree in Forestry Engineering from the Polytechnic University of Madrid. Turfgrass Management Program for Golf Courses, Michigan State University, USA.
Expert in Turfgrass Maintenance. Expert in Sports Turfgrass Maintenance. Responsible for the management of the maintenance of golf courses and football fields, including:
Ulzama Golf Club, Navarra, Spain. Ulzama Golf Club, Navarra. Real Club de Golf de Las Rozas de Madrid. Malaga Football Club. Real Sociedad de Futbol, San Sebastián.
RAFAEL CASTILLO
Executive/entrepreneur with more than 25 years of experience occupying leadership positions in various areas such as general management, strategy, business development, commercial management, institutional relations and strategic alliances. With studies in Law and Audiovisual Communication from the University of Extremadura (UEX) and the international university SEK, Rafa has complemented his training with multiple senior management programs and master's degrees at prestigious institutions such as Itae, IESE and the Tecnológico de Monterrey. His solid training has been key to the successful management of complex projects and the promotion of business growth in various industries. Throughout his career, he has held management roles in Spain and Portugal, standing out as a reference in the creation and management of strategic relationships at an international level and is currently a director in companies such as Opinno, Dezzai or MIT TR. In addition, with his entrepreneurial side, he is a partner in several companies that cover sectors such as technology, energy and agriculture, demonstrating his versatility and ability to innovate in different areas. Since 2013, Rafa is the founder and CEO of BSI (Business Strategic Institute), a boutique consultancy specialized in the creation of alliances and strategic relationships for companies and institutions. His leadership at BSI has been fundamental in connecting organizations with opportunities for sustainable growth and strategic collaborations.
Executive/entrepreneur with more than 25 years of experience occupying leadership positions in various areas such as general management, strategy, business development, commercial management, institutional relations and strategic alliances. With studies in Law and Audiovisual Communication from the University of Extremadura (UEX) and the international university SEK, Rafa has complemented his training with multiple senior management programs and master's degrees at prestigious institutions such as Itae, IESE and the Tecnológico de Monterrey. His solid training has been key to the successful management of complex projects and the promotion of business growth in various industries. Throughout his career, he has held management roles in Spain and Portugal, standing out as a reference in the creation and management of strategic relationships at an international level and is currently a director in companies such as Opinno, Dezzai or MIT TR. In addition, with his entrepreneurial side, he is a partner in several companies that cover sectors such as technology, energy and agriculture, demonstrating his versatility and ability to innovate in different areas. Since 2013, Rafa is the founder and CEO of BSI (Business Strategic Institute), a boutique consultancy specialized in the creation of alliances and strategic relationships for companies and institutions. His leadership at BSI has been fundamental in connecting organizations with opportunities for sustainable growth and strategic collaborations.
Álvaro Ramos-Catalina
Álvaro Ramos-Catalina is an expert in strategic planning and business development, with extensive experience helping companies grow and adapt in a competitive environment. He has led significant projects at both national and international levels, in both the private and public sectors, standing out for his results-oriented approach and ability to create synergies between the business sector and institutions. He has an outstanding track record in coordinating business initiatives and implementing growth strategies.
Álvaro Ramos-Catalina is an expert in strategic planning and business development, with extensive experience helping companies grow and adapt in a competitive environment. He has led significant projects at both national and international levels, in both the private and public sectors, standing out for his results-oriented approach and ability to create synergies between the business sector and institutions. He has an outstanding track record in coordinating business initiatives and implementing growth strategies.
Nicolae Dina Dobre
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Construction Sector (new homes and renovations of: villas, houses, apartments). Building maintenance and total cleaning, including security. Deputy Director / Administrator at the Adventist Institute Cernica / Ilfov. Secondary school teacher / pedagogue (former Chemistry High School No. 9) Craiova. Graduate of distribution and sales courses and 8 months of activity for the publishing house Vida y Salud, Bucharest. Employee (carpenter, formwork craftsman) at TMUCB construction company, activity in Israel, Germany, Ukraine. Employee (carpenter) at the local construction company IJCM Corabia / Olt.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
· 2013: Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Faculty of Law and Public Administration, Spiru Haret University, Bucharest (Romania).
· 2004: Diploma in Business Training, Spanish Confederation of Small and Medium Enterprises, Madrid (Spain).
· High School Diploma, 1992: Agricultural Schools Group, Corabia (Romania). Specialist in mechanics and land machinery.
· 1992: Graduation Certificate and Qualification – Bartender Waiter, Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, Olt Directorate, Corabia (Romania).
· Graduation Diploma 1990 – Qualification in Construction and Assembly Structures, Vocational School, Corabia (Romania). Graduation Certificate and Professional Qualification – Metal and Concrete Structures, 1989.
ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
Various organizational roles within the companies I worked for. Responsible for up to 120 people under my leadership. Team leader in various companies both in Romania and abroad.
Romania:
· IJCM – Construction and Structural Company, Corabia / Olt (1988 - 1990)
· CONCELEX – Construction and Renovation Company, Team Leader (Assistant Project Manager and Supervisor), Bucharest (1994 – 1996)
· ITAGU - (Theological Institute of University Degree) – Deputy Director of Economics and Administrator, Cernica Ilfov/Bucharest, Romania (1996 - 1998)
Madrid, Spain:
· ALPI S.A. (1998-2000) (General Renovations and Painting, as Supervisor)
· SERVICENTER S.A. (2000 – 2001) (Construction of Projects and New Builds – Villas, Houses, Apartments)
· MANQUEL S.A. (2001-2004) (Working in maintenance on rental contracts for Tilmon S.A)
· TILMON S.A. (2004 – 2020) (Building maintenance, Hotels, Communities, etc.)
· Self-employed – Cleaning and Building Maintenance Company, Dealerships, and Large Surfaces. Renovations and Maintenance until the present day.
· Responsible for Maintenance and Cleaning at SJE Torrejón School and SLAM International since June 2024.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Construction Sector (new homes and renovations of: villas, houses, apartments). Building maintenance and total cleaning, including security. Deputy Director / Administrator at the Adventist Institute Cernica / Ilfov. Secondary school teacher / pedagogue (former Chemistry High School No. 9) Craiova. Graduate of distribution and sales courses and 8 months of activity for the publishing house Vida y Salud, Bucharest. Employee (carpenter, formwork craftsman) at TMUCB construction company, activity in Israel, Germany, Ukraine. Employee (carpenter) at the local construction company IJCM Corabia / Olt.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
· 2013: Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Faculty of Law and Public Administration, Spiru Haret University, Bucharest (Romania).
· 2004: Diploma in Business Training, Spanish Confederation of Small and Medium Enterprises, Madrid (Spain).
· High School Diploma, 1992: Agricultural Schools Group, Corabia (Romania). Specialist in mechanics and land machinery.
· 1992: Graduation Certificate and Qualification – Bartender Waiter, Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, Olt Directorate, Corabia (Romania).
· Graduation Diploma 1990 – Qualification in Construction and Assembly Structures, Vocational School, Corabia (Romania). Graduation Certificate and Professional Qualification – Metal and Concrete Structures, 1989.
ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS
Various organizational roles within the companies I worked for. Responsible for up to 120 people under my leadership. Team leader in various companies both in Romania and abroad.
Romania:
· IJCM – Construction and Structural Company, Corabia / Olt (1988 - 1990)
· CONCELEX – Construction and Renovation Company, Team Leader (Assistant Project Manager and Supervisor), Bucharest (1994 – 1996)
· ITAGU - (Theological Institute of University Degree) – Deputy Director of Economics and Administrator, Cernica Ilfov/Bucharest, Romania (1996 - 1998)
Madrid, Spain:
· ALPI S.A. (1998-2000) (General Renovations and Painting, as Supervisor)
· SERVICENTER S.A. (2000 – 2001) (Construction of Projects and New Builds – Villas, Houses, Apartments)
· MANQUEL S.A. (2001-2004) (Working in maintenance on rental contracts for Tilmon S.A)
· TILMON S.A. (2004 – 2020) (Building maintenance, Hotels, Communities, etc.)
· Self-employed – Cleaning and Building Maintenance Company, Dealerships, and Large Surfaces. Renovations and Maintenance until the present day.
· Responsible for Maintenance and Cleaning at SJE Torrejón School and SLAM International since June 2024.
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