BIGBAN Investors Spain, the leading private investment association in startups in Spain, has announced the appointment of Nacho Alonso and Helena Torras to its Board of Directors, further strengthening its territorial strategy and its commitment to co-investment and proximity to the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
This move is part of the association’s new governance structure, which includes leaders for strategic and territorial areas, as well as the creation of an Executive Council and a network of regional ambassadors to drive geographic expansion, energize the membership base, and develop new co-investment lines.
Strategic Appointments
Nacho Alonso, who previously served on the Board, returns after receiving strong support from the members’ community. He will take on a dual strategic role: acting as ambassador in Madrid, together with Jesús Ávila, and serving as Vice President of Investment Vehicles, coordinating their creation and promoting new models to facilitate collective investment and expand the network’s investment capacity.
Helena Torras, meanwhile, joins the Board of Directors and will act as BIGBAN’s ambassador in Catalonia, alongside Jordi Rivera, with the goal of strengthening the association’s presence in one of Spain’s most dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystems. Torras is recognized as one of the most influential women in tech investment and has an extensive track record as an entrepreneur, investor, and board member of startups.
“The addition of Nacho and Helena reinforces two key regions for BIGBAN — Madrid and Catalonia — and represents an important step forward in our territorial and co-investment strategy. Our vision is to build a strong, close, and active national network that promotes private investment in innovation,” said Pedro de Álava, President of BIGBAN.
The appointments of Helena Torras and Nacho Alonso highlight the organization’s commitment to talent and experience in the fields of entrepreneurship and investment.
Helena Torras, Venture Partner at Hans(wo)men Group, has a long track record as founder of several startups and as an independent board member in multiple companies. With expertise in tech investment and talent management, she brings a strong strategic perspective to the business ecosystem.
Nacho Alonso is an entrepreneur and businessman with over 35 years of experience, 12 of which have been dedicated to startup investment. He is one of the most active business angels in Spain, co-founder of PINAMA Inversiones, and president and founder of Club Impact Angels, a pioneering initiative in the creation and management of investment clubs across the country.
Governance Structure and 2025–2029 Strategy
The expansion of BIGBAN’s Board of Directors is directly linked to the launch of its 2025–2029 Strategic Plan, a roadmap designed to strengthen the association’s role as a leading player in private startup investment in Spain. The strategy is built around five key pillars:
To implement this plan, BIGBAN has created an Executive Council, which will meet monthly and oversee operations in key strategic areas. The council includes:
Alberto Andújar, BIGBAN’s Managing Director, will continue to lead the execution of the strategy and coordinate day-to-day operations across all areas. He will also participate in the monthly Executive Committee, strengthening the link between strategic planning and its effective implementation.
Territorial Expansion
Territorial expansion is another cornerstone of the plan. BIGBAN has defined a network of regional ambassadors who will serve as liaisons between the association and local investor ecosystems, fostering activities, generating opportunities, and strengthening the organization’s presence across Spain.
This regional network marks a decisive step toward a more distributed, collaborative, and locally engaged model. Through it, BIGBAN aims to consolidate its national presence, strengthen its connections with key ecosystem stakeholders, and boost its capacity to promote private investment in startups across the country.
About BIGBAN Investors Spain
BIGBAN is the leading private investment association in Spain. Its mission is to connect, professionalize, and strengthen the private startup investment ecosystem, serving as a meeting point between investors, corporations, and innovative startups.
Founded in 2007, BIGBAN Investors Spain has become a national benchmark in seed and early-stage private investment. The organization promotes innovation and entrepreneurship, supports its members throughout the investment and collaboration process with startups, and fosters connections and synergies among all key ecosystem players.
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