With over 30 years of experience in the tech industry, Ernest Quingles has held leadership roles in some of the sector’s most prominent organizations. He has served as General Manager at RISO Iberica, Oce Iberica, and Tech Data, as well as Vice Presidentof Epson Europe. Additionally, he was the CEO of Epson in Southern Europe,driving strategic growth and operational excellence across multiple markets.

Throughout his career, Ernest has played a key role in corporate strategy and M&A, being actively involved in hundreds of buy-side transactions, identifying opportunities and negotiating deals that have contributed to the expansion and consolidation of the businesses he has managed.

Beyond his executive career, Ernest plays an active role in the business and technology ecosystem.He is currently a board member in various key entities, including:

·       Vice President and President of the Internal Commission at Foment del Treball, one of Spain’s leading business organizations.

·       Member of the Advisory Board of the UOC (Universitat Oberta de Catalunya), contributing to the future of digital education.

·       Member of the Board of Barcelona Tech City, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the technology sector.

·       Member of the Board of ACCIÓ, the public agency dedicated to business competitiveness and internationalization.

His extensive experiencein corporate leadership, strategic growth, and M&A makes him a highly respected figure in the European tech industry and business landscape.