Manuel Javier García Porras

Manuel Javier García Porras has a diverse work experience that spans over several decades. Manuel Javier is currently the Head of the Digital Economy Department at Red.es, a public business entity focused on driving digital transformation in Spain. In this role, they are responsible for promoting the development of digital innovation and internationalization of Spanish companies and startups through the management and investment of European and national public funds.

Prior to their current position, Manuel worked at Telefonica for over two decades, where they held the title of Economist Manager in the Public Policy and Regulatory Department. During their time at Telefonica, they were involved in Fintech services regulation and the development and support of global regulatory strategies.

Manuel also has teaching experience, having worked as a Teacher at the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos for two years.

Early in their career, Manuel gained valuable international experience through European Union Students scholarships. Manuel Javier worked at Caja Duero in Lisbon, Portugal and the Spanish Chamber of Commerce in the United Kingdom. Manuel Javier also had a role as an Administrative Officer in a special flotation at Lloyds Bank in London, UK.

Additionally, Manuel worked as a Marketing Officer at Cornhill Publications Ltd. in London and as a Marketing Concepts Developer at the Ministry for the French Region in Belgium.

Manuel's extensive work experience also includes serving at CESEDEN's Strategic Studies Centre for the Spanish Defense.

Overall, Manuel Javier García Porras has a well-rounded background in various industries and has held positions of responsibility and expertise throughout their career.

Manuel Javier García Porras has a diverse education history. From 1990 to 1994, they pursued an Advanced Degree in Economics at the Universidad de Salamanca. Following this, they attended the University of Liège from 1994 to 1996 and obtained a Master's degree in International Relations, specifically focusing on International Economy. In 2003, Manuel attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), although the specific degree and field of study for this period are unknown. Finally, in 2004 and 2005, they completed a Master's degree in Law and Business in Telecommunications, Internet, and Audiovisual at IEB.