Rafael Laguna

Rafael Laguna is the head of the German Federal Agency for Jump Innovations (Sprind), where he focuses on promoting radical new technologies. His journey into innovation began over a decade ago when he recognized Germany's struggles with embracing disruptive technologies, exemplified by the early skepticism toward Tesla. Under his leadership, Sprind aims to catalyze innovation in Germany by fostering an environment where groundbreaking ideas can flourish, moving away from traditional incremental improvements. Laguna, who has a background as an entrepreneur and investor, emphasizes the need for systemic change within Germany's innovation landscape, advocating for a more dynamic and interconnected approach among business, science, and politics.