Rebeca de Miguel
Head of Operations
Rebeca is an accomplished senior‑level executive with over two decades of leadership experience in organisational development, ethical management and strategic transformation across both private and public institutions. Guided by her long‑standing belief that no individual or organisation can ever be truly “future‑proof,” she embraces a philosophy of adaptability, continuous learning and proactive evolution—principles that shape her leadership and strategic decision‑making.
As Director of Operations of ELLIS Alicante (IHCAI: The Institute of Human(ity)-centric AI), she plays a pivotal role in building an institution dedicated to advancing human‑centric artificial intelligence and responsible technological innovation. She approaches her role as a high‑value, polyvalent leader with a growth mindset, acting as a multiplier of impact by designing systems, strengthening alliances, enhancing team productivity and ensuring that the organisation operates at the highest standards of professional ethics and best practices.
Rebeca’s multidisciplinary trajectory—from communications and the humanities to R&D and social innovation—has equipped her with a rare blend of strategic insight, creative thinking and operational mastery. Her expertise spans team leadership, culture and talent development, strategic communications, international relations, fundraising, operations and finance, compliance, impact measurement and sustainable growth.
Committed to continuous learning, self‑reliant and optimistic in the face of adversity, Rebeca draws motivation from intellectual curiosity, creativity, the collective intelligence that emerges from teamwork, and the satisfaction of meaningful, well‑executed endeavours. Integrity remains the hallmark of her leadership.
She holds degrees in Communications Science (Journalism) as well as Film Studies and History & Theory of Art, both equivalent to a Master’s level qualification (EQF Level 7 / MECES Level 3). She also holds a Postgraduate Specialisation Diploma for Managing Directors of Foundations.