I have an inner fire. If things aren't moving, I feel like I'm dying. I'm like a spinning top, needing a solid, unmoving center with movement all around. 

I've taken many risks in my life, and today, it's something I truly encourage. At 17, I left my small hometown of Monte Buey, Argentina, to study in Rosario. After completing my studies, I moved to Buenos Aires with nothing but a suitcase and an air mattress. When I stepped foot in that big city, seeing the lights, cars, and people, it hit me. I thought, "I want to be here and make an impact." I pursued business studies because I believe in the value these organizations can create for people and society. 

I moved from apartment to apartment. At 23, I knew no one. Then, I enrolled in a postgraduate course in strategic human resources management at the University of San Andrés. There, I made an exceptional group of friends. These studies were eye-opening. Since then, I've always sought to connect business rationale with the impact an individual can have on any decision. 

Today, I am the Global Head of Talent for a large German company. I recently moved to Germany with my wife and our two sons. It's not easy to integrate and learn new social codes, but we are doing our best despite the language barrier. 

From a young age, I’ve enjoyed taking on leadership roles and being responsible for projects. I draw inspiration from my father, who is creative and loves connecting people to create value. My mother inspires me with her pragmatism and ability to move forward. When something resonates with me, I feel compelled to advance it. Creating a product or service by people, for people, truly makes sense to me. I believe we must make the best use of what we have to create the most significant impact. Every day, I think about how to maximize the resources we have. 

For example, within my current company, we've established the Employee Resource Group (ERG). It allows employees to pursue their life goals, exchange ideas with peers, and align personal objectives with the company's. We connected ERG with Making More Health through Ashoka to have a real impact on the outside world. We found shared values between the two groups, facilitating dialogue and growth beyond the company's borders. 

To create this movement, we needed a value that would attract people and generate commitment. This value is to change lives over multiple generations.

From an HR perspective, it’s not just about offering days off or voluntary training programs. It’s about creating space for something greater. The dialogue with Ashoka helped link ERG with social impact, integrating it into our talent creation program. We didn't limit these groups but allowed them to define their focus, be it innovation, social impact, or diversity.

The message was, "You are all connected by common values and a common purpose; take actions that support your goal and the broader goal of the company, which is to improve lives." This approach helps us understand what drives our employees and creates sustainable value. 

This method, nurturing individuality and sharing success stories, inspires other employees to join. People feel empowered and legitimate, taking on subjects that speak to them. 

However, it took longer than expected. Reflecting on one's values and what drives them is a true initiatory journey. We wanted people to commit with deep reflection. So, we implemented a 5-day training program to prepare them for volunteering. 

I also participated in an accelerator program with Ashoka, Globalizer, and coached a group from the University of Chile. Even with a structured program and motivated volunteers, finding intervention areas wasn’t easy. It requires persistence and aligning actions to create impact. Mentoring topics included the social integration of people living with HIV/AIDS and LGBTQ+ individuals in Mexico, aiming to expand to Latin America. Another group worked on improving access for autistic individuals to social networks. 

I’ve learned a lot from these experiences. Being directly involved in action is very instructive. I focused on finding the right collaborators and stakeholders to open the right doors. Even with a well-known organization, it’s a big challenge. Sometimes, you need someone just a little ahead. That was the case with Marina, Miranda, Carolina, Maria, Belen, and Cecilia; they threw themselves wholeheartedly into the project. Once they started showing results, the number of followers grew exponentially. 

Today, I see myself as a change agent. Over time, I've learned to adopt a systemic viewpoint and connect various subjects towards achieving goals. It's a daily learning process, with ups and downs. 

My motivation comes from within, a need for things to move and progress. Sometimes, you have to let go for things to happen. That’s also part of being a change agent. 

My parents have positively inspired me. My father seeks to connect people, while my mother is disciplined and grounded. I grew up with this blend; having vision and imagination but also the discipline to set things in motion. Anyone can have a good idea, but implementing it takes courage and tenacity. It’s in my DNA. I’ve seen people do extraordinary things from nothing. 

I encourage young people to take calculated risks. Dive into the unknown to find something new!