Sprezzatura

Elena Zangeeva’s journey bridges the worlds of people, technology, and learning. Having built and led high-performing teams across Europe, she developed a deep understanding of how individuals grow, collaborate, and unlock their potential within organizations. Over time, she began to see that traditional training methods often struggled to keep pace with the speed of modern work, inspiring her to...

Majka Tkáčiková reflects on the experiences and environments that have shaped her artistic practice. Growing up in the Slovak countryside, surrounded by nature, she developed an early sensitivity to her surroundings and a reflective mindset. Her approach to art emphasizes authenticity: she creates for herself first, translating inner feelings and thoughts into visual forms that communicate who she...

Cristina Salvador reflects on the experiences that have shaped her life and career. Growing up in Barcelona, a cosmopolitan city by the sea and close to nature, she was raised in a family that nurtured curiosity, a love for books, and an international perspective. Her parents encouraged her to explore, experiment, and take risks, instilling the courage to try new things and the resilience to learn...

Throughout the interview, Fiona Garvey shares the experiences that shaped her identity and leadership style. She speaks about her childhood in Ireland, her role as the responsible eldest sibling, and the influence of a fun yet chaotic mother. A pivotal moment came when she moved to Germany without speaking the language; guided by a book on self-empowerment, she discovered the power of building str...

Xavier Vilalta grew up in a small Catalan village. Growing up among apple trees and alongside his grandmother, a fashion designer, he developed an early balance that still shapes his work today. With a father in business, a mother who taught with patience, and a grandfather who often said, “stop, look, understand,” Xavier learned early that creativity and structure can work together. These foundat...

Idriss’ work is fueled by purpose: tackling unfairness, supporting SMEs, and reducing barriers to opportunity. The leadership style that Idriss follows elegantly  balances responsibility and humility. From a young age, he competed at the national level across sports such as table tennis and judo, before going pro in basketball. Basketball,  in particular, has shaped his mindset, where he honed his...