Polo Villaamil
Professional Overview
Current Position: Principal at Villaamil & Cia, a role wherein Polo Villaamil leads initiatives focused on investment in seed rounds, maintaining a sector-agnostic approach. His investment activities primarily concentrate within Spain.
Location: Madrid, Spain, with a professional network exceeding 500 contacts on LinkedIn.
LinkedIn Profile: [Polo Villaamil](https://www.linkedin.com/in/polovillaamil/)
Educational Background
Polo Villaamil holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the prestigious IESE Business School - University of Navarra, where he studied from 2007 to 2009.
Investment Activity
Polo is actively involved in the venture capital scene, notably investing in seed rounds with a sector-agnostic approach. His investment preferences strongly favor introductions within the Spanish market, as evident from his profile on OpenVC.
Professional Experience
- Senior Foreign Exchange Trader and Salesman: Prior to his current endeavors, Polo had an extensive career in banking. He served as a senior foreign exchange trader and salesman at major financial institutions, including Deutsche Bank and Nomura.
- Purchasing Manager: After concluding his auto racing career, Polo transferred his analytical skills to the business domain, starting as a purchasing manager before escalating to his current leadership role.
Other Business Ventures
In addition to his role at Villaamil & Cia, Polo operates a business called La Mas Mona in Madrid. This venture specializes in the high-quality fashion segment, providing an online platform for loaning and borrowing fashion accessories.
Racing Career
Previously known for his auto racing career, Polo Villaamil has a rich history in various championships:
- Spanish Formula Renault Title (1997)
- Competed in Italian Formula 3000 and Spanish GTs
- Engaged in the Dallara Nissan series and participated in three Formula 3000 starts from 1998 to 1999.
- Made a surprise return to racing in the World Touring Car Championship in 2005.
Additional Notes
Polo Villaamil is well-rounded with a substantial background in both sports and business, which underpins his adeptness in leadership roles and strategic investment. His diverse experience with international banks equips him with financial expertise valuable for his current and future business endeavors.
