Growing up with the inventor of the ABS system as my dad, I was practically raised in a lab coat, surrounded by gadgets and ideas. My true fascination has always been with flying, three-dimensional puzzles, and non-linear systems. This curiosity eventually led me to study aerospace engineering and pursue a postdoctoral fellowship at MIT, where I could dive into complex challenges that were as abstract as they were exciting. Later, I earned my doctorate in electrical engineering.

Invisible forces have always intrigued me, especially the work of Nikola Tesla. His groundbreaking ideas inspired my interest in brushless electric motors and electrohydraulic brake systems. I loved the challenge of making sense of these complex systems and distilling them down to simple, innovative solutions that anyone could understand.

My teenage years were a bit of a global adventure. I spent time in Clear Lake, California, going to high school, and later worked while studying French in Paris. Along the way, I married someone from Argentina—proof that I have an appreciation for both great wine and even greater cultural diversity!

After finishing my studies, I joined McKinsey & Company as a consultant, where I learned how to take the most complex problems and turn them into clear, compelling stories with very few illustrations. It’s a skill that’s stuck with me and has shaped a lot of my approach to innovation.

During my years at McKinsey & Company, I was deeply inspired by Professor Herb Henzler, whose influence profoundly shaped my value system. I also consider my time as a consultant to be an invaluable part of my education, as I practically earned an M.B.A. in practice.