Rafael Paniagua

Rafael Paniagua is a seasoned professional with a wealth of experience in corporate governance, executive coaching, and leadership across various industries. As the Chairman of the Board of Directors and Co-Founder at Nexus Governance Partners, Rafael specializes in guiding business owners to establish and maintain successful and resilient enterprises. Additionally, he serves as an active Executive Coach at CEO Coaching International, working with top entrepreneurs and CEOs worldwide to enhance business growth, talent development, and overall performance.

With over 25 years of leadership experience in the Infrastructure Sector, Power, Automation, and Manufacturing industries, Rafael has a proven track record of building and expanding successful companies, managing large projects, and overseeing global operations on multiple continents. He possesses extensive knowledge in renewable energies development, energy efficiency, e-mobility, power generation, transmission, distribution, as well as automation and manufacturing processes. Rafael is deeply involved in the technology sector, collaborating with Venture Capital Firms and startups, while also offering advisory services in M&A and industry expertise in Manufacturing, Energy, and Infrastructure.

Rafael's academic background is equally impressive, including studies at renowned institutions such as Harvard Business School, IESE Business School - University of Navarra, and IMD Business School. His engineering education from Sheffield Hallam University and Universidad de Sevilla further strengthens his technical expertise. His affiliations with organizations like CEO Coaching International, Escuela de Consejeros, and YPO Young President Organization reflect his commitment to professional development and mentorship. His past roles as Partner, Chairman, Co-Founder, and Executive at various companies demonstrate his multi-faceted leadership capabilities and strategic vision.