Rafel Nualart Barba

*Role and Key Responsibilities*
I have been a Senior Innovation Project Manager at i2CAT since 2018, within the Digital Society Technologies (DST) research group. My role involves driving digital innovation and research projects, identifying strategic opportunities, and coordinating initiatives that connect social and market needs with advanced technological solutions. I support teams and collaborators throughout the entire process of ideation, research, definition, and validation of new digital proposals.

*Skills and Areas of Expertise*
• Opportunity identification and concept development
• Innovation, strategy, and product/service development
• Design Thinking, user insights research, and needs analysis
• Project management and leadership of multidisciplinary teams
• Open Innovation and collaboration with technology partners
• Facilitation and team/session dynamics

*Notable Contributions and Projects*
I have led R&D and innovation projects across multiple sectors, defining disruptive solutions and co-creating new digital services with companies, public institutions, and technology centers. Throughout my career, I have contributed to the creation of several patented products for industrial and consumer companies.

*Relevant Professional Experience*
With extensive international experience in Europe and Asia in consulting, industry, retail, and medical devices, I have managed innovation teams and projects from initial research to final implementation.

*Professional Interests*
I am particularly interested in people-centered digital innovation and the creation of social value through new technological solutions.