Chief Angel Officer
Bernardo
Our inspiring leader and “guardian of purpose,” Bernardo, left an indelible legacy that guides us with his extraordinary vision and unwavering commitment. Discover Bernardo Eggesbo Coll’s story here.
Leadership Team
Bjarne Eggesbø
Co-founder and Director
Private investor and advisor with over 20 years of capital markets experience. He has worked in both European and US markets, successfully structuring and executing a wide range of complex financial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, valued at over $35 billion.
Alejandra Coll
Co-founder and Director
Graduate from Columbia University with over 10 years of experience in marketing and childhood education. For the past 8 years, she has focused on various charitable activities benefiting the health and education of vulnerable children, making a lasting and significant impact in her community.
Katie Honeywood
Global Development Director and UK Head
Experienced charity leader with over 20 years of management experience, she oversees the foundation’s operations, builds partnerships, and manages the research grant portfolio. Katie is deeply committed to amplifying the patient voice in research and advancing equitable access to care worldwide.
Jay Bernstein
Board Member (US)
Partner at Clifford Chance with a successful 20-year track record in transformative transactions. He has been involved in over $50 billion in capital raising, fund formation, and mergers and acquisitions globally, advising top institutional clients. Ranked as a top-tier lawyer for REITs in Chambers USA and Legal 500 USA since 2009.
Andres Bonomie
Board Member (US)
Andres Bonomie is a senior executive with 30+ years of experience in electricity, oil, and gas. He has led international construction projects worth over $3 billion and is skilled in finance, logistics, and cross-cultural team management. He holds an Electrical Engineering degree and a Global Leadership postgraduate degree. Fluent in Spanish and English.
Andreina Palma
Board Member (US)
International business professional with a Business Economics degree from UCLA and an MBA from London Business School. She has spent over 15 years in the finance industry, primarily at American Express, working across finance and business development, driving strategic growth initiatives worldwide and leading high-performance teams.
Gabriela Rodriquez
Board Member (US and UK)
Award-winning film producer, best known for her Academy Award nomination for Best Picture for "Roma," directed by Alfonso Cuarón. She has won two BAFTAs, a Goya, and a British Independent Film Award. As head of Esperanto Filmoj, she produces multiple projects with Apple TV+ and other independent titles.
Federika Coll
Board Member (UK)
With a master’s degree from UCL in Environment and Sustainable Development, she has 15+ years’ experience in operations, partnerships, and culture using ESG techniques. Skilled in strategy, stakeholder engagement, and corporate volunteering, she drives impact through charity partnership programmes, fostering community and employee engagement.
Mariana Siblesz
Board Member (UK)
Medical doctor who graduated from the Universidad Central de Venezuela. Since 2003, she has lived in England, where she furthered her studies in Epidemiology at the University of London and earned a master’s in clinical immunology from King’s College London. She currently serves as the President of the Chamos Foundation.