Daniel Traça

Daniel Traça is Director General of Esade, one of Europe's most prestigious business schools, based in Barcelona. He holds a PhD in Economics from Columbia University and previously served as Dean of Nova School of Business and Economics in Lisbon, where he oversaw its rise in global rankings and the construction of a landmark new campus. A Visiting Professor at INSEAD and former consultant to the World Bank and the European Commission, Daniel is a leading voice on globalization, leadership, and the role of business education in preparing the next generation of leaders for an AI-driven world.