About Gonzalo
Spanish
Native or bilingual
English
Fluent
Portuguese
Conversational
Experience
- FreelancerWriter, Mentor, Counsellor, Advisor and InvestorCONSULTING AND AUDITSJanuary 2010 - Today (16 years and 5 months)Madrid, SpainMentor & Counselor: Deliver one-on-one and group mentorship programs that integrate both personal and professional development. Help clients gain clarity, overcome challenges, and align their personal vision with their business goals.Investor: Built and currently manage a diversified real estate portfolio in Spain and Dubai. Skilled in evaluating investment opportunities, negotiating acquisitions, and maximizing both rental yield and long-term capital appreciation.Author: Published four books, including historical novels that guide readers through the Hero’s Journey, blending storytelling with practical insights for self-discovery and transformation.Financial Advisor: Advise individuals in Spain and Dubai on financial structuring, strategic decision-making, and real estate investments. Expertise includes designing long-term portfolios, optimizing liquidity, and reducing overall risk exposure.
- Mi Cartera de Inversión,Independent Investment Advisor & AuthorPRESS AND MEDIAJanuary 2004 - January 2010 (6 years)Madrid, SpainPublished weekly market analysis in leading financial media across Spain, providing insights into global markets and derivative strategies.Authored a book on financial strategies, offering practical guidance on Contracts for Difference (CFDs) and risk management.Provided strategic financial advice to a wide range of investors, focusing on portfolio growth, capital preservation, risk management and investment optimization.
- Merrill Lynch & Lehman BrothersDirector, Fixed Income Derivatives (Spain & Portugal)BANKING AND INSURANCEAugust 1998 - January 2003 (4 years and 5 months)London, UKLed coverage for the Spanish and Portuguese markets within the Fixed Income Derivatives desk, managing key institutional relationships.Structured, priced, and executed tailored derivative solutions for institutional clients, including banks, asset managers, and corporates.Generated significant revenue growth by expanding the client base and delivering innovative hedging and investment strategies.Coordinated with trading, risk, and sales teams to ensure optimal execution and compliance in highly volatile market conditions.
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Education
- Major in Business AdministrationUniversidad Pontificia de Comillas (ICADE)1996Major in Business Administration
- Erasmus ScholarshipNottingham University1995Erasmus Scholarship