Award-winning Art Director and Founder of A-B-Creative.com with 20+ years in advertising, branding, video storytelling, and AI-driven visual production, helping brands elevate their creative impact.

EdTech Entrepreneur - project https://aiventor.eu/ . Founder Itlandia (30K+ alumni). co-founder Edberry. 28 yrs in Education. Professor KSU. Business Coach. Lecturer. Writer

More than 10 years of experience in IT sales, consulting and market expansion across North America, the Middle East and Europe. He has worked with software development, QA services, architectural visualization and media production, closing deals from $50K to $500K. Alex is currently an independent consultant and works with EasyStaff, a platform helping nomads and expats manage international payments in crypto and fiat. He is also the founder of the sales community No Bullshit Club and an active LinkedIn creator with an audience of over 16,000 followers.

I'm a revenue and GTM expert who builds growth systems for complex B2B products: from positioning and demand generation to CRM architecture and Sales-Marketing alignment. As co-founder of Exceltic, I've spent 4+ years working with international B2B SaaS clients as an embedded CMO and consultant. Scope: 4+ years of international embedded CMO practice through Exceltic; clients across Europe, the US, LATAM and MENA; full GTM scope: positioning, demand generation, CRM, lifecycle, ABM, Sales alignment Leadership track: 17+ years in marketing, 13+ years in Head / Director / CMO roles across B2B SaaS, MarTech, telecom and retail — from large enterprise organizations to zero-to-one startups Spain: Based in the Valencia area for 2+ years, together with my husband and co-founder; clients span multiple countries, with a number of local projects completed — including GTM for a niche B2B SaaS targeting Spain and Mexico, and CRM implementations (HubSpot, Kommo) for Spanish companies, including the medical sector, covering both technical configuration and commercial process design Community: co-founder and organizer of Peaceful Lights (Мирные огоньки) — a volunteer cultural and fundraising project with 2.5M+ views, 30–40% repeat donor rate, self-sustaining by year four

A Barcelona-based tech entrepreneur and strategic executive with extensive experience as a Chief Investment Officer and Head of Projects for venture capital funds. Specializes in venture investments, international business development and scaling tech startups across the EU, with expertise in business automation, AI and innovation ecosystems. Founder and CEO of Nextechtronics, focused on AI solutions for Autonomous Driving, ADAS and Smart City environments, and founder of Robbo Club Barcelona, an educational robotics initiative integrating international EdTech standards into the Spanish market.

Anna Gabriella is a contemporary and multidisciplinary artist and brand consultant whose work explores intimacy, symbolism, and the subtle narratives hidden in everyday encounters. Through photography, visual storytelling, and mixed media, she creates poetic compositions that blur the boundaries between reality, myth, and emotional memory. Her practice often centers on themes of connection, vulnerability, and feminine archetypes, using a visual language that feels both intimate and cinematic. Influenced by art history, literature, and personal mythology, her work invites viewers into a space where the ordinary becomes symbolic and deeply human. With over ten years consulting brands across creative, lifestyle, design, and energy industries, Anna Gabriella brings a rare dual lens, the sensitivity of an artist and the strategic instinct of someone who understands how visual language performs in the real world. She investigates the quiet poetry of human relationships, capturing fleeting gestures and moments that reveal the complexity of desire, identity, and presence. Her work has been shared through digital platforms and collaborative projects, and she continues to develop new visual narratives that explore contemporary intimacy and myth-making.

Anna Sivova is the founder of Bake Your Bag, a Barcelona-based atelier specializing in leather bag restoration, repair, customization, and bespoke craftsmanship. As a skilled artisan and entrepreneur, she has successfully transformed a highly specialized craft into a sustainable business serving both local and international clients. Anna brings a valuable perspective to Impulse Awards as someone who has built a real operational business from the ground up as an expat entrepreneur. Her experience spans customer relations, pricing, team management, service quality, business development, and the day-to-day challenges of running a company in a new country. Her work combines technical expertise, creative vision, and practical business thinking. Through Bake Your Bag, Anna also promotes sustainability and circular economy principles by extending the life of valuable products through repair and restoration. As a jury member, she evaluates projects through the lens of market viability, operational excellence, customer trust, craftsmanship, and a founder’s ability to grow while maintaining authenticity.

For more than 30 years, ARAIK GALSTYAN has been working in the field of floral art, creating large-scale projects for global brands, luxury events, bridal weeks, international exhibitions, and high-end private clients. ARAIK GALSTYAN is the only florist in the world to have become a two-time winner of the largest professional European and world floral championships, as well as a recipient of special awards from the international floral community. For many years, ARAIK GALSTYAN has been the official floral designer of Madrid Bridal Week — one of the most prestigious bridal events in Europe. Starting in 2026, ARAIK GALSTYAN has also been appointed official floral designer of Barcelona Bridal Week. The works of ARAIK GALSTYAN have been published in international magazines and professional publications in fashion, design, and floristry, including Vogue and other global media platforms. ARAIK GALSTYAN is the founder of an international educational system in floristry. Over the course of his professional career, more than 50,000 students worldwide have attended his masterclasses, courses, and educational programs. Today, the ARAIK GALSTYAN brand is actively expanding across Europe and other regions worldwide. The international franchise network includes more than 350 partner locations globally, with over 20 addresses and projects already established in Spain. ARAIK GALSTYAN’s social media channels unite a multi-million global audience. The brand’s content focuses on contemporary floral art, design, aesthetics, lifestyle, and entrepreneurship.

Especialista en políticas públicas, sostenibilidad y desarrollo local con más de 20 años de trayectoria cruzando fronteras entre la gestión técnica en la administración, el Tercer Sector y la emprendeduría de impacto. Actualmente como comerciante, Conseller del districte y parte de movimientos sociales, tengo una visión integral del ecosistema de Barcelona, conectando la gobernanza pública con la economía real y la experiencia de emprender tras una dilatada experiencia internacional. Trayectoria y Áreas de Impacto: Técnico de la Administración Pública: Desarrolla su actividad profesional en el sector público como técnico en la Agencia Pública de Formación y Cualificación Profesionales de Catalunya (FPCAT - Departament d'Educació), especializado en el análisis de datos estratégicos y el diseño de itinerarios formativos. Acción Institucional y Civil: Conseller del Distrito de l'Eixample en el Ajuntament de Barcelona, miembro del Consell Municipal LGTBI y miembro de la junta de Amics de la Rambla y la Federación de Comerciantes de la Sagrada Família, liderando la interlocución pública y la dinamización del tejido comercial. Cooperación Internacional: Una década de experiencia en Latinoamérica liderando proyectos de innovación social y operacionales complejos para organizaciones como Save the Children (modelo Barnahus de atención a la infancia) y la ONG Viva Rio en Brasil. Coordinó en Medellín el proyecto de restauración socioambiental del Morro de Moravia (Cátedra UNESCO de Sostenibilidad de la UPC), galardonado como una de las 20 mejores iniciativas de lucha contra la pobreza en Colombia. Emprendeduría de Excelencia: Fundador y propietario de Casa Sanzano, una heladería artesanal de autor reconocida como referente de innovación gastronómica y que opera formalmente en la red de proyectos comunitarios como Microrefugio Climático en la ciudad, del proyecto "Fes un truc" iniciatriva para que los menores sin teléfono móvil puedan pedir ayuda o contactar con sus familias, o comercio adherido al voluntariat per la llengua, local donde estudiantes de catalàn pueden hacer pràctica del idioma de forma tranquilka i segura, entre otros Formación Académica: Licenciado en Biología (UB), Máster en Políticas Públicas y Sociales UPF, Master en Paisajismo ETSAB, Máster en Cooperación al desarrollo en proyectos agrícolas, ESAB y MBA en Project Management (FGV, Brasil).

Dima Damyanova positions herself within the field of contemporary art as both a practicing artist and a facilitator of creative environments. Her work connects visual culture, informal education, and community-based artistic exchange. Rather than focusing solely on individual output, she develops frameworks where creativity becomes a shared and accessible experience. As a jury member, Dima evaluates projects through their capacity to generate meaning, engage audiences, and evolve beyond their initial concept. Her perspective is shaped by hands-on experience with young learners and her involvement in independent art spaces, allowing her to recognize both emerging potential and conceptual depth. Her mission centers on building intimate yet impactful cultural platforms, where artists can experiment, collaborate, and reach new contexts across borders. Professional Background and Achievements ● Education and Artistic Practice: Holds a Master’s degree in Poster and Visual Communication from the National Academy of Arts in Sofia. Develops an independent body of visual work alongside applied creative projects. ● Art Education: Designs and leads art programs for children aged 4–14 in Sofia, encouraging imagination, visual literacy, and confidence through artistic exploration. ● Cross-Cultural Work: Operates between Sofia and Barcelona, contributing to artistic dialogue across different cultural environments. ● ArtHost Barcelona: Leads an independent art space in central Barcelona focused on presenting emerging artists, initiating collaborations, and creating a compact yet vibrant cultural setting. The space actively supports the international visibility of Bulgarian artists. ● Community Engagement: Works toward forming sustainable creative networks by organizing events, workshops, and interdisciplinary encounters

A strategic consultant and entrepreneur with more than 20 years of international experience in strategy, marketing, branding, innovation, and digital transformation. Henri began his career at Forrester Research, advising major European organisations on some of their earliest digital transformation initiatives. He later held international leadership and advisory roles at Mintel, Universum, and LinkedIn, supporting clients across Europe and Asia on innovation, employer branding, talent strategy, and data-driven transformation. In recent years, he founded two complementary European initiatives: - Etikord, a platform combining content, events, and consulting to promote ethical, sustainable, and transparent business models. - Homo Promptus, a leadership and transformation programme helping organisations adopt AI in a human-centric, inclusive, responsible, and intentional way — positioning AI not simply as a productivity tool, but as a catalyst for cognitive, cultural, and organisational evolution. Following more than a year of collaboration with a multidisciplinary network of senior consultants across Italy, Spain, and France, Homo Promptus launched a series of executive workshops dedicated to strategic, responsible, and human-centric AI adoption.

Over time, I've realized something quite obvious: There are professionals who know a great deal… but when they have to put themselves out there—in a meeting, a presentation, a sales pitch, or simply when speaking in front of others, in public—they don't always manage to project all that value. And it's almost never a problem with the content. The problem usually lies in how they present themselves. That's precisely what I work on. My area of ​​expertise is the professional's stage presence: voice, presence, message structure, and how all of that is expressed in real-life presentation situations. I support professionals, teams, and organizations that want to communicate with greater clarity, naturalness, and impact when speaking to others. Over the years, I've worked across communication, training, and the performing arts (theater, film, television, and advertising), and that's probably why my approach integrates elements that don't usually coexist in the professional sphere: voice, presence, intention, listening, rhythm, tension, connection, and stagecraft applied to real-world contexts. I don't work on "stage perfection." It's not about "acting." I work on something much more useful: authenticity, clarity, and the ability to connect without losing your naturalness. And ensuring that what a person knows, thinks, or proposes truly resonates with others. I work with: • public speaking professionals • sales teams • managers and team leaders • technical professionals with public speaking responsibilities • people who are insecure or blocked when communicating • organizations that want to improve their internal and external communication And always from a very practical perspective: • voice and projection • stage presence and body language • clarity and intention of the message • managing nerves and tension • authentic connection with the audience Because communicating isn't just about transmitting a message. It's about ensuring that the message has an impact on the recipient. The difference emerges when someone manages to make others truly perceive the value they already possessed. Sometimes a small adjustment in voice, intention, or presence is all it takes to completely transform a conversation. And when that happens, it makes a difference. — If you believe your communication could have a greater impact than it currently does, we'll likely have an interesting conversation.

Jordi Bosch Masa is a versatile IT and business strategist. Currently, Jordi is The Managing Partner at Pirineus Capital Partners, where he is spearheading the creation of a unique €14M impact fund dedicated to revitalizing the Catalan Pyrenees. Alongside his work in the investment sector, he serves as the Head of the Investment Attraction Office for the Region of Lleida and as the VNTR Barcelona Director. While focusing on the fund’s launch in 2026, he continues to provide strategic consultancy and C-level advisory services, leveraging his extensive background in IT strategy and international business development.

I’m a full-stack developer and entrepreneur with more than 25 years of experience building digital products, SaaS platforms, embedded systems, and automation tools. My work spans software development, AI, blockchain, product strategy, and startup creation. I’m currently the founder of [Ardilla.ai](https://ardilla.ai?utm_source=chatgpt.com), a platform developing specialized AI agents for administrative and financial operations, helping businesses automate repetitive workflows around invoices and documentation. I’m especially interested in practical AI applications that solve real operational problems and turn complex processes into simple user experiences.

Jurgita is a Technical Business Support Officer at the Barcelona City Hall, where for over five years she has guided international and local companies through the critical regulatory, technical, and administrative procedures required to launch and scale business operations in Barcelona, including the 22@ innovation district. Parallel to her public sector role, she is a Board Member at LPB - The Club of Lithuanian Professionals in Barcelona, driving cross-border business collaborations and facilitating strategic connections at major global events like the Mobile World Congress (MWC). Combining a strong technical and business background, Jurgita expertly bridges the gap between public administration, technical compliance, and private enterprise. As an Impulse Awards jury member, she leverages this expertise to evaluate the viability, compliance, and growth potential of international businesses entering the local ecosystem.

Ksenia Gavrilova occupies the strategic position of an "ecosystem architect." Her role as an urban producer goes far beyond physical design: it is an interdisciplinary synthesis of spatial economics, sociology, and hard business management.

I explain interesting stories to interesting people. Your story can be one of them.

Morgann Mobry is the Founder and Managing Director of Tactic Talent, a Barcelona-based executive search firm specializing in talent for SaaS and technology companies across Europe. A native of Brittany, France, she has lived and worked across seven countries, building a rare combination of cross-cultural intelligence, operational discipline, and commercial acumen. Established in Barcelona since 2011, Morgann has spent over a decade at the intersection of tech entrepreneurship and talent strategy, partnering with high-growth startups through their critical scaling phases. Her clients have included companies such as Contentsquare, PayFit, and Ankorstore, all of which went on to achieve unicorn status. With 20+ years of experience spanning operations at Dell, B2B sales leadership, and executive recruitment, she brings a practitioner's perspective to evaluating what makes businesses, and the people behind them, truly exceptional. Beyond Tactic Talent, she co-founded Digital Sales Barcelona, a professional community for B2B tech sales leaders, and WFounders, a Web3 and blockchain community bridging entrepreneurs and investors. She also holds an MBA in Digital Transformation and New Technologies. As a jury member for the Impulse Awards, Morgann evaluates entrepreneurial projects through the lens of commercial viability, international experience, and sustainable impact within the Spanish business ecosystem.

Serge Kuznetsov is an operator-entrepreneur and product architect with a 20-year track record of building, launching and scaling businesses across international markets — from premium FMCG and consumer electronics to his own fintech with $2B+ in annual processing volume. His expertise spans zero-to-one product launches, B2B sales in complex regulated verticals, and bridge-building between Web2 and Web3 economies. For expat entrepreneurs, Serge's perspective is uniquely valuable: he evaluates startups as living business systems where unit economics, regulatory architecture and community traction must converge. Based in Barcelona, Serge has personally navigated the expat-founder path: incorporating EU entities, setting up banking and AML infrastructure, securing crypto licenses across multiple jurisdictions. That hands-on experience feeds directly into his community work helping other founders integrate into the Spanish business landscape.

I’m an entrepreneur with over 8 years of experience building high-impact brands and delivering innovative products to market. My passion lies at the intersection of product development, branding, digital marketing, and scalable production—creating business opportunities that leave a lasting impact. I cofounded EBRO and Santana in Spain. Co-leading the resurgence of Santana, shaping a new generation of hybrid and diesel 4×4 pickups and establishing a strong off-road identity. Creating a powerful brand narrative and driving commercial and product expansion across Spain and Europe. Leading the launch of the Santana Racing Team for Dakar 2026, securing strategic partnerships with automotive manufacturers, and working closely with the Administration and Government on the relaunch of the historic Santana factory. As co-founder of Ebro, a legendary automotive brand based in Barcelona, I led the brand’s successful launch in 2023. By 2024, Ebro reached a €360M valuation on the Spanish Stock Exchange and unveiled two new flagship models—solidifying our place in the industry.

INTL SALES ACCELERATOR AND STARTUP CONSULTANT FOR HIRE! 🔹 Social Credibility + Empathy For over 30 years, I’ve worked at the intersection of community, media, entrepreneurship, and cross-border business development: helping English speakers navigate life, monetise opportunities in Spain, and helping companies earn their trust. I understand the challenges of: • Entrepreneurs trying to scale in unfamiliar markets • Immigrants to Spain building networks, credibility, and stability • SMBs struggling to reach English-speaking decision-makers with trust and relevance 🔹 What I Do - Uniquely Positioned I am the Publisher of Barcelona Metropolitan, Spain’s leading English-language business and lifestyle platform, reaching an influential international audience through: Publishing + Media + Community • Daily editorial content, interviews, and events • Sponsored articles, PR campaigns, and niche advertising • Direct access to trusted English-speaking communities in Spain This platform converts visibility into social proof and attention into trust. 🔹 Why People Listen and Follow • Regularly invited to speak on national TV and radio as a trusted voice for expats and entrepreneurs • Leader and volunteer with multiple NGOs and civic organizations • Community ambassador welcoming newcomers and attracting foreign investment to Spain • Trusted connector between businesses, families, institutions, and investors I don’t just talk about the international community — I help lead it. 🔹 Growth & Advisory Work I advise founders, executives, and organizations on: • Go-to-market strategies in Spain, Europe, and the U.S. • Content-driven growth and lead generation • Branding, visibility, and authority building • Capital raising, valuations, and cross-border transactions • Fundraising and growth strategies for NGOs Industries include: Venture Capital, Tech, Software, Telecom, Media, Import-Export, and Professional Services. 🔹 Why We Should Talk 🗣️ If you are: • An SMB seeking English-speaking clients in Spain • An entrepreneur or expat navigating growth and credibility • An organization or event looking for a trusted speaker or media partner