Hola! I’m María, a Creative Technologist with a passion for blending creativity, technology, and hands-on problem-solving. Growing up, I was equally fascinated by the arts and sciences, but I struggled to find a field that let me pursue both. I initially studied Industrial Engineering in my hometown, Santander, but something was missing... the hands-on creativity I craved.
That’s when I discovered Creative Technology, a program that felt like it was designed just for me. I packed my stuff and moved to The Netherlands, and haven’t looked back since! After graduating with honors, I continued to dive deeper into designing meaningful interactive systems. Along the way, I’ve worked on exciting projects like co-founding a startup, creating playful designs, and collaborating on projects for Dutch Design Week.
Recently, I moved to Madrid to start a new chapter in my professional journey: joining Santander España (such an icon from my hometown)through the Retail Talent Program. I’m now part of the UX team, contributing to the bank’s vision of digitalising and shaping the future of banking while continuing to learn, grow, and do what I love. Alongside the program, I’m also studying a Master’s in Digital Leadership and Customer Experience at the Escuela de Organización Industrial (EOI).