Francisco J Malpica

Francisco J Malpica is an accomplished professional currently serving as the Head of Innovation at Silal since August 2025, where responsibilities include leading the innovation strategy in food, agriculture, and technology to enhance food security and promote sustainable local production. Prior experience encompasses roles such as Senior Manager of Innovation at Etihad from April 2022 to August 2025, where Francisco managed the company's innovation strategy and AI initiatives, and Digital Innovation Manager at Airbus from May 2019 to April 2022, focusing on business viability for new digital solutions. Earlier, Francisco contributed to LATAM Airlines in various roles, including Operations Control Center Operations Manager, where resource allocation strategies led to improved on-time performance and cost reductions. Academic qualifications include an MBA with a specialization in Digital Strategy & Innovation from HEC Paris and an engineering degree from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana.