Who is teaching at GBSB Global Business School?
We have gathered in one place the best faculty, market experts, speakers, coaches and mentors with real business experience who will be available to support you during your whole study abroad experience. Furthermore, these individuals will pass on to you valuable knowledge and tools which can help you be competitive in the labor market.
Faculty
Our faculty with real academic experience but more importantly they are business leaders themselves and have experience as consultants and founders of companies.
Get a feeling for GBSB Global Business School by listening to these interviews from our faculty.
Paul Moran
Useful Tips for Life, Design & Success
Manu Monesterio
The 8M's of Artificial Intelligence Marketing
Daniela Restrepo
Interview on Operations and Supply Chain Management.
Speakers
During your study period you will have access to workshops from leading market experts and founders of successful companies, who will share valuable business experience with you.
The Importance of Guest Speakers
Guest speakers are a key element to part of our teaching methodology. Not only do guest speakers provide a source of motivation and inspiration, they are able to pass down hands-on, practical knowledge to our students. They are successful business owners and consultants who have already experienced the journey of entrepreneurship and are willing to share these experiences with those just starting out.
Ramon Vila is the director of Vision Communication, where in his classes he is able to share first hand, tactics and strategies with his students.
Industry Experts
Another crucial part of our teaching methodology is learning outside the classroom. Our academic team organizes special industrial and company visits where you can meet and discuss business ideas and ventures with employees of well-known companies, as well as have a tour and see how they operate.
Career Coaches
During your period of study, you will have several meetings with leading HR’s and career consultants who can help you to grow write resumes & CV’s, pass interviews and grow as a professional.
FINANCE & ACCOUNTING
Name
Xavier Arola Perez
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- Master of Organizational Development, GR Global – Institute for Organizational Development, Israel
- Master of Economics and International Finance, University of Barcelona, Spain
- Master of Finance and Banking, Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Senior Consultant, Cultural/Green and Energy Efficiency Investments, Spain
- CEO and Partner, El Cep i La Nansa Edicions, SL, Spain
- CEO, Catalan Heritage Agency, Spain
- CEO, Equipaments i Edificis De Catalunya, SA. (Eecat), Spain
- CEO, ICF Equipaments, SA (Catalan Institute of Finance), Spain
- Corporate Finance Manager, Gas Natural SDG, Spain
- Financial Analyst, Catalan Institute of Finance, Spain
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Mentor at InnoEnergy (Start-up Incubator supported by the European Institute of Innovation and Technology)
Name
Amjad Ali Khan
Nationality: United Kingdom
BIO
Education
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Business & Economics Education, Institute of Education (University of London), United Kingdom
- Registered Representative Certificate (Qualified as a Stockbroker for the London Stock Exchange), Institute for Securities & Investment, United Kingdom
- MSc in Economic History, London School of Economics, United Kingdom
- BA (Hons) in Business Economics, Kingston University, United Kingdom
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Private Client Equity Analyst/Stockbroker, Hythe Securities, United Kingdom
- Business Development Executive, OpenMobile, United Kingdom
- Economic Research Assistant, Focus Economic Research, United Kingdom
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Teacher at Ealing Independent College, United Kingdom
- Teacher at Lansdowne College & MPW College, United Kingdom
- Lecturer at ESERP, Barcelona Business School, Spain
- Teacher at Albemarle College & Box Hill School, United Kingdom
Name
Dr. Marcelo Leporati
Nationality: Italy
BIO
Education
- PhD in Finance, Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
- International MBA, IE Business School, Spain
- MSc in Supply Chain Management, University of Belgrano, Argentina
- Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering, University of Belgrano, Argentina
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Director of Store Development, Grupo Vips, Spain
- Director of Store Development, Starbucks Coffee Company, Spain
- Head of Constructions, Starbucks Coffee Company, Spain
- Purchasing Manager, Starbucks Coffee Company, Spain
- Business Analyst, Nestle Headquarters, Switzerland
- Project Manager, McDonalds Corporation, Argentina
- Production Control Engineer, Toyota Motor Corporation, Argentina
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Associate Professor at EAE Business School, Spain
- Associate Professor at Complutense University of Madrid, Spain
- Associate Professor at ICADE Business School, Spain
- Associate Professor at Foundation for Financial Studies, Spain
Name
Jaba Karseladze
Nationality: Georgia
BIO
Education
- Master of Business Administration in Finance & Audit, Westford European Business School, France
- Postgraduate Degree in International Management, ISCID, France
- Bachelor of Business Administration (Finance), Caucasus School of Business, Georgia
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Business Development Manager, P&C (Protection & Care), Czech Republic
- Credit Manager, Schneider Electric, France
- Credit Manager, Tropicana Las Vegas, United States
- Chief Financial Analyst, JSC Populi, Georgia
- Financial Manager, Vake 777 Ltd, Georgia
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at EAE Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at Caucasus School of Business, Georgia
Name
Moises Rojas Donada
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- Master of Science in Business Research, University of Barcelona, Spain
- Master of Science in Financial Management, University of Barcelona, Spain
- BSc (Hons) in Business Administration, University Autonomous of Barcelona, Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Accountant and Financial Consultant, M. Rojas Gras, Spain
- Administrative and Client Services, Caixa Manresa (Bank), Spain
- Administrative and Client Services, BBVA, Spain
- Accountant, Construccions Duocastella, Spain
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at Pompeu Fabra University (UPF), Spain
- Lecturer at University of Vic - Central Catalonia University (UVic-UCC), Spain
- Lecturer at CIDET Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at Polytechnic University of Catalonia (UPC), Spain
- Lecturer at IEFE Business School, Spain
Name
Elena Emma
Nationality: USA
BIO
Education
- Advanced Certificate in Organisational and Executive Coaching, New York University, USA
- MSc in Accounting, San Diego State University, USA
- BSc in Applied Arts and Sciences Business Administration (Finance), San Diego State University, USA
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Principle, Purple Sun Corporation, USA and Spain
- VP of Business Development, Emma Companies, USA
- Controller, Jewel Genie, USA
- Controller, Access Professional Systems, USA
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
ENTREPRENEURSHIP & INNOVATION
Name
Eloi Alfred Nova Espinazo
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- Master in Digital Business, ESADE Business School, Spain
- Master’s in Strategic and Commercial Management, IE Business School, Spain
- Bachelor’s in Law, Open University of Catalonia (UOC), Spain
- Master’s in International Management, McGill University, Canada
- Bachelor’s in Business Administration (BBA), ESADE Business School, Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- General Manager and Director, Loanbook Capital, Spain
- Coordinator of Master Final Projects, ESADE Business School, Spain
- Owner, Words to Numbers, Spain
- Director of Marketing, Catalunya Caixa Immobiliària, Spain
- Director of Marketing for Businesses, Catalunya Caixa, Spain
- Director of the International Services Department, Caixa Catalunya, Spain
- Medium and Large Businesses Manager, Caixa Catalunya, Spain
- Businesses Manager, Caixa Catalunya, Spain
- Chief of Risks, Banco Pastor, Spain
- Risk Analyst, Banco Pastor, Spain
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Associate Teacher at ESADE Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at EAE Business School, Spain
Name
Joad Hubert Lopez
Nationality: Netherlands
BIO
Education
- International MBA, EADA Business School, Spain
- Bachelor of Business Administration, EU Business School, Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Co-founder & CEO, Eyescream and Friends, Spain
- Vice President, eriQoo.com Inc., Japan and Spain
- Senior Sales Executive, Marcus Evans, Spain
- Front Office Executive, Le Meridien Hotel, Spain
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Guest Lecturer at EU business School and EADA Business School, Spain
Name
Isabel Cordoba Samaniego
Nationality: Ecuador
BIO
Education
- Master of Business Administration, IE Business School, Spain
- Master’s in Corporate Legal Practices, European University of Madrid, Spain
- Master’s in Jurisprudence, University of the Americas (UDLA), Ecuador
- Bachelor of Law, University of the Americas (UDLA), Ecuador
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Partnerships and Start-Up Relations, Caser Seguros, Spain
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation Consultant, Investor Relations Manager, Self-employed
- Manager, Top Seeds Lab (TSL) S.L (Accelerator of Digital Start-Ups), Spain
- Legal Advisor, A.L.A., Santiago Mediano Abogados, Spain, Ecuador
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
MARKETING & COMMUNICATION
Name
Oscar Molina Crivillen
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- International Executive MBA, IE Business School, Spain and China
- Digital Marketing, ISDI, Spain
- Master in Environmental Management, Instituto Investigaciones Ecologicas, Spain
- Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering, Universidad Politecnica de Madrid, Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- CEO & Cofounder at WoWeGo, Spain
- Sales Director, Regus, Spain
- Sales Director - Corporate Services, Sodexo, Spain
- Managing Partner & Founder, The Facilitybox, Spain
- VP Partnerships & General Manager US & UK, Naturhouse, Spain, US & UK
- CEO, Union Castellana de Alimentacion - UCALSA, Spain
- Regional Director, Urbaser, Spain
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Professor at Universidad San Pablo CEU, Spain
- Professor at CEPADE - Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain
Name
Dr. Juan Manuel Roca Rodriguez
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- PhD in Communications, University of Navarra, Spain
- MA in Media Management, IESE Business School – University of Navarra, Spain
- BA in Communications, University of Navarra, Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Founder and Managing Director, LeaderactiON, Spain
- Director of Executive Education, EGADE Business School, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico
- Business Education and Top-Management Consultant, Self-employed, Spain
- Partner, Huete&Co Trusted Advisors and Speaker, Spain
- Head of Dean’s Office, Deusto Business School, Spain
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Professor at EGADE Business School, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Mexico
- Professor at iiR-ICADE Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at University Francisco de Vitoria, Spain
- Lecturer at Instituto de Humanidades y Negocios (HUNE), Spain
- Lecturer at University Complutense de Madrid, Spain
- Assistant Professor at University of Navarra, Spain
- Visiting Professor at University José Simeón Cañas (UCA), Salvador
Name
Stephen Harrison
Nationality: United Kingdom
BIO
Education
- PhD Candidate in International Marketing, Horizons University, France
- MBA in Marketing, Phoenix University, USA
- BSc. Pure Mathematics, Exeter University, United Kingdom
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- CEO, Gerentes Internacionales S.A., Spain
- Consultant/Business Trainer, Coach, Self-employed, Spain
- Marketing Director, Sterling Investments Ltd, Colombia
- Financial and Business Consultant, Self-employed, United King
- Owner, Offshore Lodge Hotel, United Kingdom
- Royal Naval Officer, Royal Navy, United Kingdom
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at United International Business Schools, Spain
- Lecturer at Geneva Business School, Spain
Name
Mireya Santoyo Fernandez
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- Master of Digital Marketing, La Salle - Ramon Llull University, Spain
- Postgraduate Degree in New Technologies Applied to Business, Polytechnic University of Madrid (UPM), Spain
- International Master of Business Administration (MBA), Technical University of Madrid (UPM), Spain
- Postgraduate in International Commerce and Marketing, Technical University of Madrid (UPM), Spain
- Bachelor of Applied Linguistics, University of Massachusetts, USA
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Marketing and Communication Director, Hospital Group Recoletas, Spain
- Marketing Manager, FOACAL, Spain
- Senior Product Manager/Project Manager, Orange (France Telecom), Spain
- Product Manager Junior, PC City, Spain
- Programme Developer and Teacher, The Fessenden School, USA
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Teacher at The Fessenden School, USA
Name
Manuel Sanchez Monasterio
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- Diploma in Marketing Management (Master), Higher School of Tourism Marketing, Spain
- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Higher School of Tourism Marketing, Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Executive Committee Member, “Harvard Club”, Spain
- President of the “China Marketing Centre”, Marketing Club of Barcelona, Spain
- Consultant, Self-employed, Spain
- Marketing Strategies Director, China Consultants, Spain and China
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Associate Professor at ESADE Business School, Spain
- Associate Professor at Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), Spain
- Visiting Professor at Peking University, China
BUSINESS & DIGITAL LAW
Name
Lidia Ballesta Marti
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- PhD (Candidate) in Law (J.D.), Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), Spain
- Master in European Integration, Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), Spain
- Bachelor’s in Law, Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Lawyer, Martin Mariño Gestiones, Spain
- Legal and Admin Manager, Sound Machine, Spain
- Postgraduate Intern, Eurojust, National Spanish Desk, Spain
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Associate Professor at Autonomous University of Barcelona (UAB), Spain
- Professor at EUNCET, Spain
Name
Victoriano Travieso
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies: Commendation, South Bank University, UK
- LLM in Legal Aspects of Marine Affairs, University of Wales, UK
- Bachelor’s in Law, University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Senior dual qualified English solicitor, Commissioner for Oaths and Spanish lawyer, StepInLaw, S.L.P., Spain
- Dual qualified English solicitor and Spanish lawyer, Gimbrère International Advocaten, S.L.P., Spain
- English and Spanish Solicitor, De Haan & Mulder, S.C.P. Abogados, Spain
- Legal Assistant, Linklaters and Alliance, UK
- Solicitor, Shaw and Croft, Solicitor, UK
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at Geneva Business School, Spain, Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia
- Lecturer at United International Business Schools, Spain
- Lecturer at EU Business School, Spain
- Accredited Lecturer at the University of Derby, UK
RESEARCH METHODS
Name
Dr. Seda Aydin
Nationality: Turkey
BIO
Education
- PhD in Political Science, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Spain
- MA in Sociology, Bogazici University, Turkey
- BA in Political Science and International Relations & Sociology, Bogazici University, Turkey
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Teaching and Research Assistant at the Department of Political Science and Public Law, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Spain
- Teaching Assistant at the Department of Political Science, Sabancı University, Turkey
- Teaching Assistant at the Department of Media and Communication Systems, Istanbul Bilgi University, Turkey
- Teaching Assistant at the Department of Sociology University of California, Berkeley, USA
Name
Dr. Diego Santos Gonzalez
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- PhD in Sociology, King Juan Carlos University, Spain
- LLM in European Studies, University of A Coruña, Spain
- Bachelor in Sociology, Pontifical University of Salamanca, Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Market Analyst, Ministry of Agriculture, Food, Fishing and Environment, Spain
- Tourism Research Project Manager, ACMS, Spain
- Market Analyst and Communications Assistant, Tour Spain, Singapore
- Research Assistant, Analysis and Prospective Centre at the Police and Civil Guard Head Office, Spain
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at Ostelea School of Tourism & Hospitality, Spain
- Teaching Assistant at King Juan Carlos University, Spain
MANAGEMENT
Name
Olga Kanashina
Nationality: Russia
BIO
Education
- Master of Business Administration (MBA), Leeds University Business School, United Kingdom
- Specialist in Management and Economics (equivalent to Bachelors), Engineering and Economic Academy, Russia
- Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology, Saint-Petersburg State University, Russia
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Head of Sales Development Unit, Societe Generale Group, Russia
- Academic Director (distance learning), Golden Grand Moscow (Language Centre and Training Mastery Institution), Russia
- Head of Credit Insurance Department, CiV Life Moscow, Talanx group (the Exclusive Partner of Citibank), Russia
- Training and Development Competency Manager, FM Logistics Moscow, Russia
- Training Centre Director, General PPF Moscow, Russia
- Head of the Training Centre, Joint-Stock Company Aviva Moscow, Russia
- Senior Trainer, Joint-Stock Company AIG life, Russia
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at Moscow University for the Humanities, Russia
- Lecturer at Moscow Education Center “Golden Grand”, Russia
- Moscow Training Company “TK Training Manager”, Russia
- Moscow Training Company “Saenko”, Russia
Name
Miguel Angel Martin
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- MBA, ESIC Business and Marketing School, Spain
- BA in English Philosophy, University of Zaragoza, Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- General Manager, MAM Social Media, Spain
- Contributor/Consultant, Aragón Radio, Spain
- Board Member, Asociación Nacional de Networking (ASONET), Spain
- Networker, XING Ambassador Program, Spain
- Sales and Marketing Director, Editorial CEP, Spain
- Marketing, Publishing and Distribution Manager, Grupo Ibersaf, Spain
- Marketing Consultant, ESIC Business and Marketing School, Spain
- Educational and Publishing Language Consultant, Self-employed, Spain
- General Manager, EDLING - Servicios Lingüísticos y Editoriales, Spain
- Pedagogical Consultant, Anelia Ediciones Interactivas y Nuevas Profesiones, Spain
- Manager, Torreclavero Comunicación, Spain
- Director and Chief Editor, Editorial Everest, Spain
- Language Consultant, Connect ELT Project Management Ltd., Spain and United Kingdom
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at Universidad San Jorge, Spain
- Lecturer at ESIC Business and Marketing School, Spain
- Lecturer at University of Zaragoza, Spain
- Lecturer at Private University of the North, Peru
- Lecturer at University of Amazonia, Colombia
- Lecturer at University of Sabana, Colombia
- Lecturer at Universidad Benito Juárez, Mexico
- Lecturer at Iberoamerican States Organization (OEI), Colombia
FASHION & LUXURY
Name
Rut Turro Pascal
Nationality: Spain
BIO
Education
- Social Entrepreneurship Programme, Social Entrepreneurship Catalonia, Spain
- INSEAD Social Entrepreneurship Programme, INSEAD, France
- Woman in Textile Business Programme, Fomento de Terrassa, Spain
- Master on International Cooperation and NGO Management, Barcelona Centre for International Affairs, Spain
- BA (Honours) in Fashion, Escola d’Arts i Tècniques de la Moda (EATM), Spain
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Founder and CEO, Moving Mood, Spain
- Design Manager, Oxfam, Spain
- Founder, Chilil Handbags, Spain
- Advisor, Self-employed, Spain
- Designer, Teixidors SCCL-CET, Spain
- Grant Holder, ACCIÓ, Mexico
- Volunteer, Vicente Ferrer, India
- Designer, Brenmos, Australia
- Assistant Designer, Reggie & Co, United Kingdom
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at European Institute of Design (IED), Spain
- Higher School of Design (ESDi) and the University School of Commerce (ESCODI), Spain
- Lecturer at Higher School of Image and Design (IDEP), Spain
- Lecturer at Lavola, Spain
- Trainer at Cief, Spain
Name
Pablo Barrera Rojas
Nationality: Colombia
BIO
Education
- Postgraduate Degree in Social Media, University of Barcelona, Spain
- Master’s in Fashion Management, European Institute of Design (IED), Spain
- Postgraduate Degree in Strategic Design and Innovation, Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Colombia
- Bachelor’s in Industrial Design, Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Colombia
Industrial/Practitioner Experience
- Co-founder, Advisor, Corpen Distillers Barcelona, Spain
- Co-founder, General Manager, Anahatta S.A., Colombia
- Consultant, Brand Manager, High Class Technology L.A., Colombia
- Co-founder, Partner, DiseñoClub, Colombia
- Retail Designer, C.I. Hermeco S.A, Colombia
Teaching Experience
- Lecturer at GBSB Global Business School, Spain
- Lecturer at Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana, Colombia
