Juan Lopez Salaberry
Coach at One at a Time
Palma, Balearic Islands
Overview
Work Experience
Founder and CEO
2018 - Current
Innerforce Sports delivers high-quality custom sportswear for athletes at all levels, combining innovation, performance, and purpose. I lead the company’s vision, operations, and partnerships, creating sustainable growth while maintaining an athlete-first approach. Key Achievements: • Grew revenue by 300% in the company’s second year through strategic sales processes and targeted marketing campaigns. • Built a network of 130+ athlete ambassadors to increase brand awareness and drive customer engagement. • Negotiated partnerships with global brands, securing contracts that increased visibility and expanded distribution channels. • Designed and implemented end-to-end product development processes, ensuring exceptional quality and customer satisfaction. • Established sustainability-focused initiatives to align the company’s practices with environmental goals.
Coach
2023
I work with individuals committed to personal growth, guiding them to explore what’s truly important, clear the noise, and connect with their core values. Through a co-active coaching approach, I create a space for clients to reflect, challenge assumptions, and uncover new perspectives, enabling them to make intentional and empowered choices in their lives and work. Key Focus Areas: • Supporting clients in exploring their purpose, building resilience, and embracing change with clarity and confidence. • Facilitating meaningful conversations that encourage self-awareness, personal discovery, and alignment with their values and aspirations. • Encouraging a process of inquiry and reflection, fostering growth at the client’s pace and on their terms. • Drawing on evidence-based practices and tools to support clients in navigating transitions, setting goals, and uncovering possibilities.
Board Member
2021 - 2022
The Innerforce Foundation inspires and empowers future generations of leaders through the transformative power of sports. Key Contributions: • Supported the launch of new initiatives to engage youth through sports, focusing on leadership and community development. • Represented the Foundation at public events, building awareness and fostering relationships with sponsors and stakeholders. • Contributed to program development and fundraising efforts, enhancing the Foundation’s impact.
Olympic Movement Sustainability Coordinator
2020 - 2020
As part of the IOC's Sustainability Team, I supported initiatives aimed at advancing sustainability within the Olympic Movement, aligning global sports organizations with the UN SDGs. Key Achievements: • Managed relationships with International Federations and National Olympic Committees, providing guidance and resources to support their sustainability programs and initiatives. • Led the writing, design, and launch of the Olympic Movement Sustainability Case Study Project, producing over 100 knowledge transfer documents to showcase best practices and drive impact across the global sports ecosystem. • Co-created brand assets in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen the IOC’s sustainability mission and visibility. • Coordinated a high-profile project to develop a global set of sustainability sport indicators aligned with the UN SDGs, engaging stakeholders across sport bodies, NGOs, and UN agencies to build consensus and implement actionable measures. • Played a key role in the successful organization of the 2020 IF Forum IOC Sustainability Event, ensuring smooth coordination and alignment with event objectives.
FIU – Marketing and Entrepreneurship Consultant
2018 - 2019
Collaborated with the StartUP FIU program to mentor early-stage entrepreneurs, guiding them through idea validation and launch strategy development. Key Contributions: • Designed and delivered workshops on startup growth and fundraising strategies. • Provided one-on-one mentorship to help founders navigate business challenges and refine their value propositions.
Co-Founder
2016 - 2016
Co-founded Startup Visa to support global entrepreneurs in navigating U.S. immigration processes and establishing their businesses, connecting them with the tools and resources needed to succeed. Key Achievements: • Assisted over 100 entrepreneurs in securing visas and launching businesses in the U.S., driving significant interest in the program. • Designed and implemented client acquisition strategies, leading to rapid growth and reaching full operational capacity within just four months. • Partnered with a law firm to enhance client onboarding and operational efficiency by introducing new technology and streamlined processes. • Successfully identified the limitations of scaling operations, highlighting the need for structural adaptability to support growing demand.
Partner
2013 - 2015
As a Partner at 500 Startups, I spearheaded investments and accelerator programs that supported the growth and success of early-stage startups across industries such as sports, entertainment, payments, e-commerce, and tourism. Key Achievements: • Led over 100 early-stage investments, identifying high-potential startups and providing strategic guidance to founders on sales, marketing, fundraising, and long-term business strategy. • Directed the accelerator program for over 70 companies, delivering hands-on mentorship and creating tailored growth roadmaps to prepare startups for scaling and raising capital. • Established collaborations with global corporations such as Pernod Ricard, FEMSA, and Pepsico to design innovation strategies, leveraging startups to drive intrapreneurship and attract top entrepreneurial talent. • Managed and delivered "The Venture" by Chivas Regal in Mexico and the United States, overseeing the application, selection, and training process for social startups. Successfully guided multiple ventures to compete in the global final held in San Francisco. • Fostered innovation by bridging the gap between corporate innovation initiatives and startup ecosystems, unlocking synergies that accelerated business impact on both sides.
500 Global is a multi-stage venture capital firm that invests in founders building fast-growing technology companies.
Raised $2,271,999.00 from Abu Dhabi Financial Group.
Founder and Director
2010 - 2013
Pioneered the online TV experience in Argentina by developing platforms and content to transform how Spanish-speaking audiences accessed independent web series across computers, mobile devices, and Smart TVs. Key Achievements: • Launched Argentina's first Smart TV app for independently produced content, partnering with leading platforms such as LG and Philips to bring innovative programming to new audiences. • Created and produced two proprietary shows while securing distribution rights for multiple local productions, expanding the reach of independent creators and fostering growth in the online TV market. • Designed and implemented cutting-edge internet platforms to host and showcase original content, ensuring seamless accessibility across devices and user-friendly experiences for audiences. • Developed and executed communications and PR strategies, integrating online and offline channels to drive visibility, audience engagement, and brand recognition. • Built a wide distribution network that connected content creators with diverse audiences, positioning DondeQuieras.TV as a leader in the independent TV-on-the-web space in the Spanish-speaking market.
Co-Founder
2012 - 2012
Co-founded Populy Games, a startup focused on creating engaging gaming experiences for diverse audiences. Played a key role in driving the business from concept to initial launch while establishing the foundation for long-term growth. Key Achievements: • Developed the business concept and roadmap, identifying target markets and defining the company’s value proposition within the competitive gaming industry. • Built and maintained relationships with investors, securing early-stage interest and exploring funding opportunities to support the project’s development. • Negotiated partnerships with providers and prospective clients, ensuring alignment with the company’s vision and delivering value to stakeholders. • Coordinated beta testing efforts by engaging with testers to gather actionable feedback and refine the user experience, positioning the product for market readiness.
Regional Director
2008 - 2009
Managed client and partner relationships across the EMEA region, overseeing a portfolio of 450+ luxury hospitality properties and ensuring alignment with the highest standards of quality and service. Key Achievements: • Exceeded sales targets in the first year by implementing strategic account management practices and identifying opportunities to grow property engagement and revenue. • Built and maintained strong relationships with senior executives at partner properties, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction and long-term retention. • Conducted detailed audits and inspections across the portfolio, ensuring properties consistently met and exceeded luxury hospitality standards. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop marketing and partnership strategies, increasing the visibility and appeal of Kiwi Collection’s curated offerings. • Provided key insights and recommendations to properties on improving guest experiences and operational efficiency, further strengthening partnerships.
Education
MAS in Sport Administration
2019 - 2020
Master of Social Science
2005 - 2007
Licenciatura en Marketing
2003 - 2004