Rafa Calle

magnettu

AI software can help analyze and optimize employee personal branding efforts to enhance brand authority.

CEO & Co-Founder

Bea3

We specialize in investing in real estate assets and early-stage startups, with a particular focus on Barcelona, Madrid, and Bogotá.

Miembro del Consejo de Administración

EU Business School

Lecturer to  MSc students in Entrepreneurship, Business & Innovation.

Lecturer -  Entrepreneurship, Business & Innovation (MSc students)

Entrepreneur in residence

Draper VC stands out as one of the most active and widely recognized venture capital firm in the United States. Operating from Silicon Valley, they organize acceleration programs that extend invitations to talented entrepreneurs from around the world. These programs serve as a catalyst for startups, igniting their growth and empowering participants with essential management and leadership skills.

Engel & Völkers

Digital Marketing Manager - Iberia. I visioned Engel & Völkers Digital strategy. Leading an international team, focusing on Data Analysis, Digital Transformation, UX, SEO, SEM and Content Marketing.

Digital Marketing Manager Spain, Portugal & Andorra. Franchise Network & Market Centers

Engel & Völkers is a German real estate company with presence in more than 30 countries. As Digital Marketing Manager, I lead a team to meet Engel & Völkers' expansion and consolidation objectives in Spain, Portugal, and Andorra.

We work in different areas such as SEM, SEO, SMM, Automation, CRM, Content Marketing, and web analytics.

Digital Marketing Manager Franchise Network Spain & Portugal

EL ESPAÑOL

Columnist on digital economy and entrepreneurship for Crónica Global del Español.

Columna negocios digitales - Crónica Global - Sección economía

PageGroup

Digital & Media Executive - Southern Europe, Turkey & Poland

PageGroup is a recruitment company based in the UK. With more than 10,000 employees and presence in over 40 countries, it is one of the main references in the sector. I was responsible for the execution of their digital strategy for Spain, Portugal, Italy, Turkey, and Poland.

 Digital & Media Executive - Southern Europe, Turkey & Poland 

CityXerpa

CityXerpa, the largest marketplace in Andorra, offers a wide range of products and services from food delivery to electronics. As a co-founder and CMO, I played a critical role in executing our go-to-market strategy, helping us grow from 0 to over 2,000 clients in 2 years.

CMO & Co-founder 

Noves Idees ADR

Noves Idees is a company based in Andorra, dedicated to the creation of technology-based projects. As CMO, I co-founded 3 companies in about 3 years (City Xerpa, Makeyoursuit, TedClothing).

Today City Xerpa is the main home delivery platform in Andorra and continues to expand. I was responsible for leading the marketing department and developing all digital strategies (SEM, SEO, SMM, CRM, Content Marketing, UX).

Head Of Digital Marketing

Hockerty

Hockerty is the world's leading company in the sale of custom-made suits online. As Online Marketing Specialist I was in charge of their SEO, CRM, SMM, Content, and Customer Loyalty strategies.

The main markets I specialized in were: Italy, France, Spain, UK, and Germany.

Online Marketing Specialist

CEO & Co-Founder | Our software creates content to help your company and employees grow on social networks | SaaS | Martech | Startups

I lead magnettu - software to boost personal brands on LinkedIn.

I also post daily about leadership and personal branding, as well as publicly sharing my journey as an entrepreneur in the tech industry.

TenSlam

Tenslam shaping the vision from its Demium inception to present. Leading a dynamic team in computer vision and NLP to develop groundbreaking solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership: Oversee API and computer vision development, leveraging NLP expertise.
Team Collaboration: Actively participate in day-to-day operations, collaborating with co-founders, engineers, and designers.
Business Management: Drive business tasks, including fundraising and strategic planning.
Challenges and Achievements:

Complex Task: Navigating the complexities of a technically demanding project, requiring vast expertise, funding, and a dedicated team.
Learning and Pivoting: Despite challenges, continually learning, pivoting, and developing our vision for an innovative solution.
Resilience: Overcame a 5-month pause due to personal legal issues, recommencing work to enhance the project's vision.
Current Focus:
Dedicated to building a pioneering solution, blending technical innovation with business acumen. Actively working to secure investments and drive the project towards greater success.

Vision Statement:
The goal is to make life interesting—a journey of learning, dedication, and collaboration that requires time and commitment from everyone involved.

ML  Engineer/Backend Engineer

Stealth Startup

Contributed to a startup initiated by Demium alumni, starting as a CTO and later transitioning to an AI Engineer. Played a pivotal role in product development, particularly in NLP-based chat systems and computer vision models for disease analysis.

Key Contributions:

Validated and pivoted the initial idea, enhancing product value.
Led backend development using Django Rest Framework.
Engineered an NLP-based chat, improving information retrieval for doctors.
Developed ML algorithms for event candidate matching and disease analysis from images.
Actively engaged in business aspects, acquiring design skills in Figma and Canva.
Learning and Growth:

Transitioned roles, acquiring proficiency in AI technologies and expanding business insights.
Developed skills in Figma and Canva, contributing to design aspects of the project.
Gained valuable business perspectives from co-founders and CEO, Patrick.
Challenges and Reason for Departure:
Encountered unforeseen personal reasons that necessitated my departure before completing all tasks. Despite this, the experience significantly contributed to my professional growth and understanding of AI applications in healthcare.

Demium

This program provided a unique opportunity to actualize my entrepreneurial aspirations.

Key Experiences:Selection and Opportunity: Recognized for exceptional performance in weekend projects, securing a spot in the Demium Acceleration Program—providing an invaluable chance to turn entrepreneurial dreams into reality.

Business Ideation and Refinement: Engaged in a thorough evaluation of initial ideas, guided by mentors and industry experts. Gained insights into identifying valuable business propositions and refining concepts to align with market needs.

Mentorship and Learning: Guided by industry leaders, I acquired knowledge spanning business strategy, development, and investment. Four months of intensive learning offered a holistic perspective on startup dynamics.

Collaborative Startup Building:

Team Dynamics: Collaborated with a diverse team of talented colleagues, alternating between team projects and individual responsibilities. Developed a versatile skill set, understanding the nuances of both collaborative and independent work.

Networking and Exposure: Connected with successful founders within the program's network, fostering relationships with entrepreneurs from Barcelona and Europe. Gained a unique business perspective, delving into product intricacies and understanding the intricacies of the entire system.

Learning and Growth:

Startup Ecosystem Insight: Absorbed insights into the startup ecosystem, honing my understanding of product development, workflow dynamics, and the intricacies of entrepreneurial endeavors.

New Business Perspectives: Transformed my outlook on business, gaining valuable insights into crafting successful products and navigating the complexities of the entrepreneurial landscape.

This four-month experience proved to be a cornerstone in my entrepreneurial journey, providing not only knowledge but also a rich network and a profound understanding of the intricacies of building and sustaining a startup.

Entrepreneur In Residence

Freelancer

Started to work as a freelancer from 2021 to 2023, transitioning from Python backend development and intermediate data science to mastering machine learning and data engineering concepts. Worked collaboratively with more than 3 companies, diving into diverse projects encompassing sentiment analysis, recommendation engines, revenue prediction, computer vision tasks, and more.

Key Contributions:

Machine Learning Mastery: Applied machine learning techniques to various domains, including sentiment analysis, recommendation engines, and revenue prediction.

Data Engineering Proficiency: Gained a clear understanding of data engineering concepts, contributing to best practices and enhancing data pipelines.

Product Management Exposure: Delved into the realms of product management and business, aligning technical solutions with overarching business goals.

Project Highlights:

Sentiment Analysis: Implemented sentiment analysis solutions, providing valuable insights into customer perceptions.

Recommendation Engines: Contributed to the development of recommendation engines, enhancing user experiences and engagement.

Revenue Prediction: Leveraged machine learning to predict future company revenue, aiding in strategic decision-making.

Computer Vision Tasks: Successfully completed computer vision tasks, including face detection and name generation.

Learning Journey:

Self-Taught Expertise: Expanded skills in machine learning and data engineering through self-guided learning.

Transition Success: Transitioned seamlessly from a junior ML engineer to handling complex projects with confidence.

Collaborative Freelancing:

Worked independently and collaboratively with diverse teams, adapting to varied project requirements.

Machine Learning Engineer

 Greeen Tech

Contributed to a pioneering sustainability venture founded by Harvard and MIT alumni. In this dynamic part-time role, I served as a Backend Developer and Data Scientist, tackling challenges in IoT, robotics, and machine learning to drive impactful solutions.

Key Contributions:

IoT Mastery: Delved into the realm of IoT, taking on the challenge of integrating IoT data into backend systems and website functionalities.

Data Science Expertise: Analyzed diverse data streams, including IoT and product-generated data, applying machine learning techniques to extract insights and inform strategic decision-making.

Automation Champion: Spearheaded automation initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency through strategic implementation of technology.

Learning and Growth:

Continuous Learning: Embraced the opportunity to study and learn on the job, expanding knowledge in robotics, IoT, and advanced machine learning concepts.

Challenging Tasks: Faced and conquered complex challenges, pushing the boundaries of skills and knowledge to meet the company's sustainability goals.

Tech Stack:

Utilized Python for backend development, creating a robust and scalable website for the company's sustainability solutions.

Applied newfound knowledge in robotics, IoT, and machine learning to innovate and automate processes.

Impactful Solutions:

Contributed to the development of sustainable solutions, aligning with the company's mission to address global challenges.
Collaborative Environment:

Worked alongside talented professionals, collaborating to integrate backend systems seamlessly with cutting-edge technologies.

Data Scientist/Python Developer

Event org

Kicking off a thrilling freelance journey with a progressive Finnish company, all while soaking in the vibrant energy of Barcelona. In collaboration with another developer, we've crafted a website for a startup, diving into the exciting world of API integration and data science.

Key Contributions:

API Integration Pioneer: Led the implementation of APIs from a major ticketing event company, enhancing the startup's website with real-time data feeds and dynamic content.

Backend Maestro: Focused predominantly on the backend, utilized PHP, Python, and JavaScript to architect robust server-side solutions, laying the foundation for seamless functionality and enhanced user experiences.

Data Science Adventurer: Ventured into the world of data science, employing data to build a recommendation engine and analyze user behavior. This marked the initiation of my journey into harnessing insights for smarter, more personalized functionalities.

Collaborative Duo:

Worked closely with a fellow developer in a two-person team, demonstrating a harmonious blend of skills and responsibilities.

Developed features enabling clients to add and promote events, fostering user engagement and community growth.

Achievements:

Successfully delivered a feature-rich website that seamlessly integrated with external APIs, setting the stage for enhanced user experiences.

Pioneered data-driven functionalities, introducing a recommendation engine and leveraging insights as a stepping stone into the realm of data science.

Navigated challenges and triumphs in a dynamic, collaborative environment, achieving project milestones and client satisfaction.

Tech Toolbox:

Learned basic of PHP,used Python, and JavaScript to craft scalable backend solutions.

Initiated the use of data for insights, bridging the gap between backend development and data science.

Global Collaboration:
Thrived in a remote work setup, collaborating across borders to bring the project to fruition.

Junior Web Developer

Balancing academics and a non-tech job, I embarked on a dynamic journey as a Full-Stack Developer during weekends and evenings. Collaborated with a  team, contributing to web development projects and product enhancements while pursuing my studies.

Key Contributions:

Technical Mastery: Employed JavaScript, HTML, and CSS to actively contribute to website and product development.

Feature Reviewer & Tester: Played a pivotal role in assessing and testing product features, providing critical insights for refinement. While not a UX designer, I ensured the seamless functionality of the features.

Dual Role: Successfully juggled the demands of being a student and working a non-tech job, dedicating 10-12 hours on weekends to serve as a valuable contributor to the development team.

Achievements:

Effectively managed multiple projects, showcasing adaptability and time management skills.

Received positive feedback from clients for improving user experiences and feature functionalities.

Gained hands-on experience in full-stack development, contributing significantly to team success.

Learning and Growth:
Navigated the delicate balance of academics and professional development, leveraging theoretical knowledge to deliver practical solutions.

Full-stack Developer

sky infosys

Specialized in hardware/software troubleshooting, network administration, and website design. Promoted to leadership within one year, overseeing teams and new hires.
Key Contributions & Achievements:

Proficiently repaired hardware/software, managed government IT infrastructure, and led networking projects. Designed visually appealing websites, resolved issues efficiently, and enhanced security through CCTV system implementations. Continued learning to stay updated with industry trends.

Computer Technician

"I believe everyone is here for a reason, give your best before leaving this wonderful world."
I am Passionate about the intersection of technology and progress, I'm a self-taught ML engineer and the Co-founder & CEO at Tenslam. From my early days playing with OpenAI Gym and crafting self-driving code in AWS, I've cultivated a genuine love for Reinforcement Learning and AI.

Technical Niche:
With a modest approach to my skills, I specialize in Machine Learning, particularly drawn to Reinforcement Learning's intriguing challenges. Proficient in Python, TensorFlow, Keras, and Django, I've led Tenslam's journey, navigating complexities with a hands-on approach.

Beyond Tech:
Beyond the screen, my passions extend to the realms of physics, robotics, and space exploration. Dreaming of interplanetary travel, I envision a future where our brains seamlessly integrate with digital or robotic forms, unlocking longevity and new possibilities.

Creative Outlet:
Beyond the lines of code, I find joy in creating stories. Whether crafting film narratives or penning down thoughts on paper, my inspiration stems from the realms of Marvel, animation, especially Attack on Titan, and the genius of Christopher Nolan.

Humanity and Progress:
As a firm believer that everyone has a purpose, my mission is to contribute to humanity's advancement through technology. I echo the sentiment, "Give your best before leaving this wonderful world," striving to make a meaningful impact.

Continuous Learning:
Admitting to not being an expert at anything, I embrace the learning curve. From open-source contributions to honing my skills in AI, I am on a perpetual journey of growth. Inspired by the potential of AI, I'm committed to making tangible progress for a brighter future.

Connect with me to explore the endless possibilities at the intersection of humanity, technology, and progress.

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