• Meet Andrea
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    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.

    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. 

    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 of 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, helping each other, watching my children grow up.

    Arancha Temprano

    Country Manager 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...

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

    Niklas Aubell

    Country Manager 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 Williams
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    THINGS THAT I RECOMMEND...

    Go to the beach every once in a while… Connect with nature as much as you can… Read a book on the subway!

    WHAT MAKES ME HAPPY ABOUT MY WORK IS...

    Learning from interesting, experienced people, and also sharing my own knowledge and experiences.

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

    Practicing capoeira, skating, or surfing. 

    Williams Aguilera

    Head of Engineering
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  • Meet Alejandro
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    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE IS...

    Family, friends, and technology. 

    MY FAVORITE SUPERHERO IS...

    Iron man because he is so funny and loves technology.

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME IS...

    I can eat everything with spice or chili, even breakfast.

    Alejandro Gómez Pasadé

    Backend Software Engineer
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  • Meet David
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    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    That it was first my hobby and I turned into my profession.

    MY FAVORITE SUPER HERO IS...

    Batman, he goes out every night and he’s never tired!

    WHEN I'M NOT WORKING I AM...

    Probably taking a walk while singing down the street.

    David Begara

    Backend Software Engineer
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  • Meet Luis
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    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE IS...

    Having something new to learn. Mastering something new, not only gives you new skills or the ability to build whatever you have in mind, but resources to tell the best jokes too!

    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    A walk surrounded by nature (like in a park or next to a river) to catch the ideas that are currently flying around your head but you haven’t been able to get to yet.
     

    WHEN I´M NOT WORKING, I AM...

    Checking some random wiki or blog article, enjoying a good restaurant, learning new tech stuff, yelling internally while calmly watching football, or practicing taekwondo.

    Luis Gil

    Senior Frontend Engineer
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  • Meet Sara
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    THINGS THAT MAKE ME SMILE...

    Many things! My kids’ crazy ideas, tasty food (Asian and Mexican food make my smile bigger), and, of course, to see tests passing!

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME IS...

    Before being Frontend Developer I was a journalist for 12 years! One day I decided to stop writing articles and reports to write lines of code!

    WHEN I AM NOT WORKING, I'M...

    Having fun with my kids, reading a book, or taking a walk in nature!

    Sara Rojas Zafra

    Frontend Software Engineer
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  • Meet Cristian
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    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    Always try to be the best version of yourself. Surround yourself with whoever gets the best out of you, learn whatever you enjoy the most, and make sure you spend time on the right things. I put this advice into practice when building digital products, by learning constantly about Tech, UX, and Management, and also by spending quality time with my friends, my family, and practicing my hobby, climbing.

    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    I get to solve user’s problems, create new things that make their lives easier, design new solutions, talk with people, and be in touch with IT teams… and so many other things!

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME...

    I love pizza with pineapple. I like to put pineapple on everything.

    Cristian García Fernández

    Product 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 behavior 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 Agent 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 into something positive.

    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    Repetitive and manual labor, 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 Agent Nordics
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  • Meet Amanda
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    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE IS...

    I am one of those people to gets bored and am driven by having fun. I am trying to not take life too seriously and enjoy all the small things. What drives me is learning new things, meeting new people, visiting new places, and making people happy along the way.

    THINGS THAT I RECOMMEND...

    All types of physical activity. Right now I am playing lots of tennis, badminton, and padel- and I’m loving it! But also, if you’re having an off day, start watching FRIENDS and never stop.

    IF I COULD BE AN ANIMAL I WOULD BE...

    A giraffe! They are both cool and beautiful. And who would not love to hang out in the savannas, eating from trees and watching out for predators to attack?

    Amanda Mattisson

    Talent Agent Nordics
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  • Meet Sofía
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    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    Travel by train, paint, listen to music, be grateful, and value everything that is given to you.

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

    Hanging out with friends at home, spending quality time with my family, having a deep conversation with a good friend, playing guitar, and enjoying nature.

    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    I am constantly surrounded by amazing people that make me grow and learn, and that I spend my day connecting talent and joining others on their journey to become the best version of themselves.  

    Sofía Poch

    Junior Talent Agent Global
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  • Meet Ana
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    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE IS...

    Creating a family and being able to provide what I have always received and which made me the person I am today: the values I grew up with, the education I received, and the unconditional love I have always felt. I also try to become a better person every day by doing little things that can improve other people’s life, wishing to become someone who inspires others to do good things in life.

     

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

    Enjoying a good restaurant with my family or friends, walking around the whole city while doing some shopping, practicing some Yoga, baking a carrot cake, or – most likely – hugging my dog!

    THINGS THAT MAKE ME SMILE...

    Anyone who smiles at me, singing loudly a hit with my sister, the last sentence of a good book, the smell of rain, families hugging at the airport, old people holding hands, and probably any dog I see 😉

    Ana Marín Planas

    Junior Talent Agent Spain
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  • Meet Naiara
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    THINGS THAT MAKE ME SMILE...

    When someone you don’t know smiles at you on the street, when I see someone I love doing something that they really enjoy, deep conversations, hugs, winning a fencing competition, and … chocolate, chocolate also makes me smile.

    WHEN I'M NOT WORKING I AM...

    When I’m not working I spend 90% of my time fencing and traveling around the world. And the little time that I have left I try to enjoy it with my friends and my family and, if possible, with a plate of food in front of me.

    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE...

    Trying to make the world a fairer place through empathy.
     

    Naiara Aldana

    Talent Agent Intern Italy
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  • Meet Clara
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    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE...

    I am driven by many things, but I would say it mostly comes down to the feeling of constantly evolving as a person, having a positive impact, and inspiring people around me and the world as a whole.

    I'M HAPPIEST WHEN...

    I am doing sports in nature – skiing in the alps, swimming in the ocean, or doing yoga while during the sunset

    MY FAVORITE SUPERHERO IS...

    Brené Brown! Her books and TedTalks about the power of vulnerability are really inspiring.

    Clara Reich Zackrisson

    Talent Agent Intern Nordics
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  • Meet Anabel
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    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    I would recommend volunteering with children and spending time with old people: they are great teachers! I would also suggest reading the following books: “The Dreamseller: the calling” by Augusto Cury, “What Hell is Not” from Alessandro D’Avenia, “Cuando el mundo gira enamorado” from Rafael de los Ríos (only available in Spanish).

    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    Seeing how we are fostering a culture of humility and sharing, where Novas are ready to help those who need it.

    IF I WOULD BE AN ANIMAL I WOULD BE...

    If I was an animal I think I would be a little ant! The ant recognizes they are small but know that with resilience and hard work great things can be achieved. Also, they know that by working side by side with other ants, better results will be achieved! That’s why you will rarely see an ant alone.

    Anabel Quineche

    Talent Scout Lead
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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 Communications Manager
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  • Meet Miguel
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    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 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.

    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.

    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.

    Miguel Ángel Piedra

    Marketing and Communications 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 I was a child I wanted to jump from building to building just as he did.

    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

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

    SOMETHING I STRONGLY CARE ABOUT...

    Finding justice and equality for every single human being.

    Manuela Vieytez

    Junior Marketing and Communications Manager
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  • Meet Laura
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    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    I recommend the podcast “Hotel Jorge Juan”, which is a space where writers, cooks, musicians, comedians, businessmen, architects, meet once a week to have 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

    Senior Project Manager
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  • Meet Javier
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    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    I love being part of the talented Nova family and working in such an energetic and challenging atmosphere. Besides, I truly enjoy meeting new Novas, being the bridge between Novas and their future professional opportunities and helping people, and having a positive impact on their personal and professional development.

    WHEN I AM NOT WORKING I'M...

    Going for a run, enjoying a meal in a restaurant, having some nice beers with my friends on a terrace, or either traveling to Cantabria or Sevilla. If I am back in Cantabria I would probably be walking my dog or enjoying a walk close to the sea.

    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE IS...

    I am driven by helping others, learning new things, and innovating. Passionate about people, my goal is to have a positive impact on people’s development and helping top talent develop and achieve their full potential.

    Javier Caldera Fernández

    Project Manager
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  • Meet Paula
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    A NOVA FOR ME IS A PERSON WHO...

    Has integrity and a transversal profile. A Nova is very good at his/her job, a great person, and a leader that preaches through example.

    MY FAVORITE SUPERHERO IS...

    Wonderwoman, because she was the first female superhero that I saw, and because she’s able to have a balance in her professional and personal life (she is an executive and she’s also a good person).

    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE IS...

    The desire to become a better person every day and the motivation to create something that will have a positive impact on society.

    Paula Rodríguez

    Junior Project Manager
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  • Meet María
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    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME IS...

    People laugh at the fact that I am a COMPLETE MESS with my phone (and in general with all my material things), everywhere I go I forget something… The first week working at Nova I forgot my charger, phone, and laptop at the office… oh God! I guess we have to laugh at our flaws (while trying to improve, of course). 

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

    In endless after-lunch conversations with my family, praying, chilling with my friends, or partying.

    A NOVA FOR ME IS...

    A person who seeks excellence in what he or she does (both personally and professionally), with humility and passion. Also, someone who gives back, to make things better and improve the world.

    María Varela

    Business Analyst - B2C
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  • Meet Emilio
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    THINGS I RECOMMEND...

    I highly recommend listening to audiobooks while doing routine activities! My favorite is Happiness Hypothesis by Jonathan Haidt.

    WHAT I LOVE ABOUT MY JOB IS...

    The day-by-day opportunity to learn and do something new.

    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME IS...

    I have participated in multiple TV ads.

    Emilio Bujosa

    Co-Founder Office Intern
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  • Meet Enrique
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    A FUN FACT ABOUT ME...

    Is that I am an airplane geek. Since I was young I loved everything related to airports and airplanes, to the extent that I can name nearly any airline or aircraft imaginable. This passion has taken me to save all the flights I have ever taken so I know which aircraft or airlines I am still missing!

    WHAT DRIVES ME IN LIFE...

    People. I am a really outgoing person and I love laughing and seeing people smile!

    WHEN I'M NOT WORKING I AM...

    Traveling or hanging out with my friends. I always emphasize how easy it is to meet your friends and have a cold beer in my beloved Seville!

    Enrique Mochales García-Figueras

    Co-Founder Office Intern
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