Juan Pablo Garrido is a seasoned leader in fundraising and philanthropy, with more than 25 years of experience in advancing the mission and vision of diverse organizations in the education and non-governmental sectors. He is currently the Director of Corporate Development at UIC Barcelona, where he oversees the strategic direction and execution of the University's fundraising and engagement programs across the academic divisions and university clinics. Additionally, Juan Pablo plays a pivotal role in guiding the University Advisory Board, fostering collaborative endeavors to strengthen the institution's influence and outreach.

His educational background includes a Master’s in Business from IESE Business School, complemented by Master and Bachelor of Arts degrees in History from Université de Montréal and McGill University, respectively. Additionally, Juan Pablo holds a Certificate in Fundraising Management from the Lilly School of Philanthropy at Indiana University.