In the dynamic world of venture capital, diversity and innovation are crucial drivers of success. Across Spain, a new generation of trailblazing female VC partners is making significant waves, reshaping the investment landscape, and propelling forward-thinking startups to new heights. In this compilation, we showcase the standout leaders who are not only breaking barriers but also bringing fresh perspectives and invaluable contributions to the thriving entrepreneurial ecosystems of Spain. Join us as we delve into the backgrounds and achievements of these inspiring women who are at the forefront of driving change and fostering growth in the Spanish startup scene.

Adriana Freitas - Partner at Muster Ventures

Adriana Freitas is an experienced venture capitalist, serving as a Partner at Muster Ventures and General Partner at Deepgreen Impact Ventures. With a background in business strategy, cybersecurity, and project management, she directs fundraising and expansion strategies for tech-driven companies. Holding a Master's degree in Data Science from IE Business School, Adriana is dedicated to driving innovation in the startup ecosystem.

Almudena Trigo Lorenzo - Founding Partner & Chairwoman at BeAble Capital

Almudena Trigo Lorenzo, Founding Partner & Chairwoman at BeAble Capital, is a highly accomplished professional with degrees in Telecommunications Engineering and Molecular Biology, as well as a master's in DPP. With extensive experience in prestigious Spanish research centers and international collaborations, she leads BeAble Capital in transforming scientific innovations into high-industrial technology ventures, contributing significantly to the Spanish industrial landscape.

Beatriz Gonzalez - Founder and Managing Partner at Seaya Ventures

Beatriz Gonzalez is the Founder and Managing Partner at Seaya Ventures, a leading venture capital firm based in Madrid. With over a decade of experience, she has played a pivotal role in the success of Seaya Ventures and serves as a Board Member for several high-profile companies, including Cabify, Wallbox Chargers, idealista, and Filmin. Beatriz's educational background includes an MBA from Columbia University and a Finance Degree from CUNEF, providing her with a solid foundation for her leadership in the venture capital industry.

Carina Szpilka - General Partner at K FUND

Carina Szpilka is a General Partner at K Fund, a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage investments in innovative technology startups. With over nine years of experience at K Fund, she is committed to supporting customer-centric companies that drive market impact. Additionally, Carina serves as an Independent Board Member for Meliá Hotels International, ABANCA, and Grifols. She holds an Executive MBA from IE Business School and has completed functions in Boards of Administration training at IESE.

Clara Campàs Moya - Managing Partner and Co-founder at Asabys Partners

Clara Campàs Moya is the Managing Partner and Co-founder at Asabys Partners, where she oversees strategic investments in healthcare startups. With extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, she previously served in leadership roles at Kern Pharma and Advancell. Clara's academic background includes a Doctorate and a Master's in Pharmacy from the University of Barcelona.

Helena Torras - Venture Partner and Investment Manager at Hans(wo)men Group

Helena Torras is a Venture Partner and Investment Manager at Hans(wo)men Group, focusing on investing in diverse, tech-based startups. She serves as an Independent Board Director at Lucta and Mastertech Capital SCR and as a Board Member at Barcelona Tech City. Helena has also contributed to tech recruitment as an Advisory Board member at Merlin Digital Partner. She holds executive education certificates from UCLA Anderson School of Management and has also completed programs at IESE Business School and Harvard Business School.

Inés Calabuig - Managing Partner at GoHub Ventures

Inés Calabuig is the Managing Partner of GoHub Ventures, a role she has held since December 2022, after previously leading international development for the firm. She is also a Board Member at Avanqua Oceanogràfic and has experience in marketing and project support roles at Oceanogràfic Valencia and the European Parliament. Inés holds a PLD from Esade and has completed a Venture Capital program at IE University.

Julia Salaverria - Managing Partner at Ysios Capital

Julia Salaverria serves as a Managing Partner at Ysios Capital, overseeing investor relations and corporate development. With over 25 years of experience in executive roles within the financial sector, Julia previously held positions at Talde, where she managed fundraising, investor relations, and biotech investments. She holds degrees in Economics, an MBA, and a Senior Management Program degree, and has served on the boards of Sabir Medical, STAT Diagnostica, Contra el Cáncer en Gipuzkoa association, and Cecabank.

Lourdes Álvarez de Toledo Valdés - Partner at JME Ventures

Lourdes Álvarez de Toledo Valdés is a Partner at JME Ventures, where she has been involved since March 2016. She serves as a member of the Investment Selection Committee at Angels Capital and holds positions on the boards of several companies, including Kampaoh, Reveni, TaxDown, Chekin, and Declarando. Lourdes holds a degree in Law and Economics from Universidad Carlos III de Madrid and is a Chartered Financial Analyst certified by the CFA Institute.

Luz Adell - Partner and CFO at Draper B1

Luz Adell is the Partner and CFO at Draper B1, an early-stage venture capital firm in Spain, where she has been since September 2019. Before joining Draper B1, she was the CEO of BIGBAN Inversores Privados, a private national association for investors and agents in the innovation ecosystem. Luz has also held various financial roles, including investment consulting at a Family Office and finance management at Focus Hotels Management Limited. She holds a Master’s in Business Strategy from Universitat de València and completed the Hero Program at Draper University.

Maite Fibla Gasparin - Co-Founder & Managing Partner at Ship2B Ventures

Maite Fibla Gasparin is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Ship2B Ventures, a venture capital firm investing in impactful startups. She also co-founded and serves on the board of Ship2B Foundation, focusing on accelerating and financing impact-driven startups. With a background in economics and European projects management, she holds a PhD from Universitat Rovira i Virgili.

María Echávarri Toda - Partner at Fondo Bolsa Social

María Echávarri Toda is a Partner at Fondo Bolsa Social and has been with the firm since 2020, where she started as the Director of Investments and became a Partner in May 2022. Fondo Bolsa Social is a venture capital fund that invests in startups with a positive social and environmental impact. María also serves as a board member for several companies, including Tropicfeel, Solum, and Qida. She holds an Executive MBA from IESE Business School and completed the Santander W50 Executive Programme at The London School of Economics.

Marta G. Zanchi - Founder and Managing Partner at Nina Capital

Marta G. Zanchi is the Founder and Managing Partner at Nina Capital, a venture capital firm investing at the intersection of healthcare and technology. With a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Stanford University, she has extensive experience in digital health innovation, having founded and led initiatives at Stanford Biodesign for over a decade. Zanchi also serves on the boards and as a board observer for several healthcare and technology companies.

Merce Tell - Co-Founder & GP at Encomenda Capital Partners

Merce Tell is the Co-Founder & General Partner at Encomenda Capital Partners, a venture capital firm based in Barcelona. With experience as a board member at Mutua de Propietarios and a founding partner at Nekko Capital, she brings extensive expertise in the investment and insurance sectors. Tell has also received training in responsible investment (ESG policy) from Invest Europe and completed a Private Equity and Venture Capital course with EVCA.

Montserrat Vendrell - Co-founder and Partner at Aliath Bioventures

Montserrat Vendrell, is a founding partner at Aliath Bioventures SL and a partner at Alta Life Sciences SL, with extensive experience in biomedical research and supporting life sciences entrepreneurs. She holds a PhD in Biology from the University of Barcelona and currently chairs the Executive Committee of the Pasqual Maragall Foundation and the Board of Trustees of UPF.

Nora Alonso - General Partner at Swanlaab Venture Factory

Nora Alonso is a General Partner at Swanlaab Venture Factory, leading the Agri-Food Tech Fund since January 2022. With 15+ years of experience in biotech and agri-food, she co-founded and served as CEO of an Agri-Tech company. Nora holds a PhD in Biology from Universidad Pública de Navarra and an MBA from IMF Smart Education. Additionally, she serves as an expert for the European Commission.

Paula Olazábal - Partner and Head of ESG at Ysios Capital

Paula Olazábal serves as Partner and Head of ESG at Ysios Capital, overseeing portfolio companies and ensuring ESG integration into corporate strategy and investment processes. With prior experience in prominent investment banks, she brings expertise in buy and sell processes across various sectors. Paula holds degrees in Business Administration and an MBA, and she actively contributes to diversity initiatives in the investment community.

Rika Christanto - Partner at LifeX Ventures

Rika Christanto is a Partner at LifeX Ventures, where she focuses on investing in visionary entrepreneurs dedicated to improving life and sustainability. Prior to this, she was a Pre/Seed Investor at Accel, specializing in early-stage investments in emerging technologies, and served as COO at Idoven, a health tech company recognized for its AI-driven cardiovascular innovations. As a co-founder of Ontruck, she played a key role in scaling the company into a leading zero-carbon freight platform, driving significant advancements in digital freight solutions.

Rocio Pillado - Partner at Adara Ventures

Rocio Pillado is a Partner at Adara Ventures, a venture capital firm focusing on early-stage Deep Tech companies in Europe. With a background in engineering and an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, she brings over a decade of experience in venture capital and academic instruction, specializing in finance and entrepreneurship. Rocio's expertise spans from project management and software engineering in leading financial institutions to co-founding an online community for graduate programs.

Sonia Fernandez - Partner at Kibo Ventures

Sonia Fernandez is a Partner at Kibo Ventures, leveraging her extensive experience as an entrepreneur and startup operator. With a background in launching successful ventures like MercadoLibre and Match.com in Spain, she transitioned smoothly into venture capital to support great founders. Holding an MBA from Stanford and a Business Administration degree from ICADE, she is also actively involved in social impact initiatives such as level20.org and enjoys supporting Atlético de Madrid at the stadium with her family.

Suzanna Chiu - Head of Amadeus Ventures

Suzanna Chiu is the Head of Amadeus Ventures, leading the interface between Amadeus and the startup ecosystem to bring innovation into the travel industry. With over a decade of experience at Amadeus, she has held various roles including Senior Manager in Strategic Planning and Corporate Development. Suzanna holds an MBA from London Business School and a Bachelor of Science in Statistics from The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Verónica Trapa Díaz-Obregón - General Partner at Swalaab Venture Factory

Verónica Trapa Díaz-Obregón serves as a General Partner at Swanlaab Venture Factory, a Spanish B2B technology-focused venture capital firm. With extensive experience in the investment field, she actively participates in the firm's Investment Committee and serves on the boards of various portfolio companies. Verónica holds a PDG from IESE Business School and a Certificate in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley.

In the evolving landscape of venture capital, the influence of pioneering female partners is increasingly profound. The trailblazers highlighted in this compilation are not only reshaping the investment sphere but are also setting new benchmarks in leadership and innovation. Their diverse expertise and commitment to fostering growth across various sectors—from tech and healthcare to agribusiness and sustainability—demonstrate their crucial role in driving the success of Spain's entrepreneurial ecosystem. As these remarkable women continue to break barriers and lead with vision, they are making indelible impacts that will inspire and shape the future of venture capital in Spain and beyond.