• Meet Andrea
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    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE...

    Raising self-awareness and promoting empathy. I am very happy when people around me understand more about who they are and put others’ behavior into perspective. This translates directly into a happier life, fewer conflicts and better decisions. 

    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    The ability to change people’s lives and this world for the better in a way that very few organizations can… Seeing companies being launched, friendships being started and lives turned to new and better directions as a result of Nova’s activities is a rewarding experience that makes my job truly meaningful.

    WHEN I'M NOT WORKING I'M...

    Depending on the mood I could be playing sports, writing my personal journal (started in 2012 and never stopped), driving my dad’s motorbike from the 70s or enjoying a good glass of wine. Anything that brings me closer to friends/family, myself or nature.

     

    Andrea Marino

    Co-founder and CEO
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  • Meet Ramón
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    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    Principles, by Ray Dalio, is probably the best management book I have ever read and that I really recommend to entrepreneurs and managers. I also loved “The hard things about hard things” and I am a firm believer in the “Lean Startup” methodology. Finally, I recommend you read and apply “Give and Take” to your life.

    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE...

    Helping others achieve their objectives is probably the most satisfying thing one can do in life. In a few years, I would like to look back and see that I have contributed to make the world a better place and feel proud of how I changed people’s lives for the better.

    MY FAVOURITE SUPERHERO IS...

    Not a Marvel superhero, but Rafael Nadal is a true superhero that I look up to for his amazing resilience and commitment. He never gives up and fights hard for his dreams.

    Ramón Rodrigañez

    Co-founder and COO
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  • Meet Arancha
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    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    Make the most out of your time. Do useful things and things you like. Above all talking to a lot to different people, it’s what gives you the most learning. And let’s never forget to have only good people around us who add up to your life.

    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    The impact of the project, the team and being able to give my contribution to make it grow.

    THINGS THAT MAKE ME SMILE...

    Many things… a joke, help each other, watch my children grow up

    Arancha Temprano

    Client Director Spain
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  • Meet Niklas
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    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE...

    My main driver in life is to develop myself and grow as a person. But also to engage in the things I get involved in. Doing a “journey” together to develop as a team while building a good business based on strong values is truly rewarding.

    I'M HAPPIEST WHEN...

    I get to be outside in nature with a group of people and engage in some physical activity while at the same time enjoying great conversations! Anybody up for that?

    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    Find solutions to better realize the true potential of our Nova members…

    Niklas Aubell

    Client Director Nordics
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  • Meet Elías
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    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    Being able to change people’s lives by connecting them with other inspiring Novas.

    THINGS THAT MAKE ME SMILE...

    My girlfriend’s smile, a sunset surrounded by people I love, seeing old people making gestures of love towards their partners, doing great at a fencing competition, a good concert (+many more).

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME...

    I practiced ballet until the age of 13!

    Elías Casado

    Global Talent Manager
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  • Meet Cristina
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    THINGS THAT MAKE ME SMILE...

    Dancing flamenco, seeing other people improve and grow, feeling that the people around me are happy, making others laugh…

    IF I WAS AN ANIMAL...

    I would like to be an eagle to see things from different perspectives, in order to observe human’s behaviour and understand it better. In addition, this would allow me to disconnect from everything when I need to spend some time with myself.

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME...

    I can’t leave home without sending a kiss to a special painting I have as a lucky charm

    Cristina Mateo

    Talent Manager Spain
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  • Meet Magnus
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    MY FAVOURITE SUPERHERO IS...

    The Swedish cartoon figure Bamse (if it counts as a superhero…). He is the strongest bear in the world, but more importantly, also the kindest! No matter what evil he faces, he always stays kind and is able to transform negative things to something positive.

    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    Repetitive and manual labour, like picking berries or chopping wood. For me that’s such a good way to zone out, gain some mindfulness or just forget about the troubles in life.

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME...

    Is that I was working as a dancer and choreographer from early teens until very recently. It started off in a commercial manner on TV with famous singers but turned later into contemporary dance.

    Magnus Dovärn

    Talent Manager Nordics
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  • Meet Simon
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    THINGS I RECOMMEND

    Book: The power of habit by Charles Duhigg

    Life hack: Coming from a sports background, always find ways to compete to improve your routine. Could be board games with friends, doing the dishes under a certain time…

    MY FAVOURITE SUPERHERO IS...

    Deadpool! Having a lot of cool superpowers, while at the same time having a great humor!

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME IS...

    I love to talk about the Swedish Royal Family for ages, for so many reasons…

    Simon Aspler

    Project Manager
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  • Meet Laura
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    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    I recommend the podcasts “Hotel Jorge Juan”, a space where writers, cooks, musicians, comedians, businessmen, architects, meet once a week in a conversation between friends.

    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE...

    Is making someone’s day a bit better every day

    MY FAVOURITE SUPERHERO IS...

    Batman! I love heroes who instead of having superpowers they rely on technology and being smart. He made himself a hero and that is cool.

    Laura Riestra

    Project Manager
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  • Meet Carolina
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    MY FAVOURITE SUPERHERO IS...

    Batman is my favorite superhero because he is nothing but a mere human with a big heart. He was hit by a tragedy, which gave him a life’s purpose. Instead of hunting down the criminals responsible for his parent’s death, he avenges them by giving everything he has to save his parent’s legacy.

    WHAT DRIVES YOU IN LIFE...

    I want to make the world a better place. I believe I’m here for a reason and I want to make great things even though I’m an ordinary person. I think little people, in little places, doing little things can change the world 🙂 I want to love someone and create a life together, I want to be the best mom in the world and I want to help people everywhere I go.

    THINGS THAT MAKE ME SMILE...

    The sun, seeing my mum laughing, seeing other people being happy, a Coca-Cola at the beach, watching the sunset…

    Carolina Caballero

    Project Manager Trainee
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  • Meet Daniel
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    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    Learning new things, meeting extremely talented Novas and seeing the impact we make on our members’ life

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME...

    I have over 400 places pinned on Maps, from restaurants I want to try, to places I plan to visit such as the 7 wonders of the modern world

    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    Always look for a discount code before buying anything online. My team calls me the “discount master”, I saved the company €3K to date…and counting

    Daniel Marco

    Marketing and Communication Manager
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  • Meet Manuela
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    MY FAVOURITE SUPERHERO IS...

    My grandma because she broke the status quo and raised a boy as a single mom in times when women didn’t even have a job. I also like Spider-Man in fact when hen I was a child I wanted to jump from building to building as he did.

    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    Read The Little Prince throughout the different stages of your life. It’s eye-opening! Every single time you learn something new.

    SOMETHING I STRONGLY CARE ABOUT...

    Finding justice and equality for every single human being.

    Manuela Vieytez

    Marketing Trainee
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  • Meet Miguel
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    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE...

    Passion. I have always worked doing the things that I am most passionate about, things that bring out the best version of myself and generate a positive change in my environment.

    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    Good communication changes lives. I love that we have changed so many lives for the better. Specifically, I love that I can make sure no talent is left behind without knowing how its potential can be exploited thanks to Nova.

    SOMETHING I STRONGLY CARE ABOUT IS...

    Living in a world where people’s potential is not limited by where they are born. I have always tried to work to eliminate inequalities in the access to education and work, that’s why my work at Nova makes so much sense to me, we cannot afford to leave any talent behind.

    Miguel Ángel Piedra

    Marketing and Communication Manager
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  • Meet María
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    I'M HAPPIEST WHEN...

    My family is happy, my father is happy, my mother is happy and my brother is happy. Also, when I know I am doing things well, giving my best and don’t be lazy. Lastly, I am super proud after a 10km run. I think this is a very special feeling.

    A SUPERHERO FOR ME IS...

    Mother Teresa of Calcutta. I think she changed the world giving herself to others. She lived in poverty and without the basic things to survive but still found happiness. One of the quotes I like the most from her is: “A life not lived for others, is not a life”

    WHEN I'M NOT WORKING I'M...

    Running or doing sports, drinking a cold beer with my friends, having a good conversation with anyone I have not seen for long. I am a very active and energetic person and I cannot stay at home without doing anything. Every day is a mystery

    María Cuevas

    Talent Manager Trainee
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  • Meet Gonzalo
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    SOMETHING I STRONGLY CARE ABOUT...

    Sustainability, equality, education

    MY FAVOURITE SUPERHERO IS...

    Hulk, the nerdy guy who goes crazy

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME...

    I could live on gazpacho

    Gonzalo Ortega

    Product Manager Trainee
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  • Meet María
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    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE...

    Learning new things, make an impact on the world, mentoring and listening others, spending time with my family

    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    My workmates, everyone shares the same vision, autonomy and it’s willing to listen to others’ ideas and opinions regardless of seniority

    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    Books: The Monk who sold his Ferrari (Robin Sharma), Man’s search for meaning (Viktor Frankl)

    María Angustias Núñez

    Talent Manager Trainee
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