Maria Torondel

Conducted qualitative and financial analysis of projects in Argentina and Mexico as an initial screening step before presenting them to international investment funds. Managed communication between international funds and project sponsors and led the expansion of the company's operations into Argentina.

Managed relationships with senior finance professionals and C-level executives as both clients and candidates, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the recruitment process. Partnered with client organizations to understand their hiring needs and delivered tailored talent solutions across finance functions.

Conducted international strategic partnerships with asset managers and contributed to the design of the asset allocation strategy for the Mutual Funds department. Supported and managed cross-channel communications with legal, compliance, UX, and marketing departments.

Designed international diversification strategies for alternative investments (art, whiskey, diamonds) and restructured a €4M client portfolio achieving consistent 14% annual returns. Executed tax compliance processes in Spain and the US ensuring 100% timely submission and zero penalties.

Created the Real Estate vertical department and team of 5 people for a family office with a portfolio of luxury properties of €8.5M. Managed the yearly budget and drove 13% revenue through strategic platform optimization on Airbnb and Booking.

Assisted in reviewing strategic initiatives from a female-gender perspective within the framework of non-proliferation and disarmament public policies. Prepared executive summaries for officers in conferences.

Master in Geopolitics and Strategic Studies. Master thesis published in the Revista del Instituto Español de Estudios Estratégicos of the Defense Ministry of Spain.

Activities and societies: Spent a year abroad studying in Antwerp (Belgium) gaining firsthand insight into European economic system and institutions.

Bachelor in International Relations. Spent a year abroad in Antwerp, Belgium, gaining firsthand insight into the European economic system and institutions.

Completed an Expert in Intelligence Analysis course.

Activities and societies: IE Venture Day Finalist 2025 (VC Accelerator): LUMEA

MBA in International Business Administration with a finance specialization. Finalist at IE Venture Day 2025 for the VC Accelerator project LUMEA.