About

Javier Kühnel

Expertise

  • Consulting
  • Corporate Functions
  • Executive, Board Appointments
  • General Management
  • Information Technology
  • Sales and Marketing

Industry Expertise

  • Education
  • Generalist
  • Professional Services

Senior Advisor and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience leading and transforming organizations in complex and evolving business environments. Throughout his career, he has combined executive leadership with strategic advisory roles, bringing a strong focus on business impact, sustainable growth, and long-term value creation.

He is currently Partner at BPM Executive Search, a boutique firm specialized in executive search, leadership assessment, and strategic talent advisory. He works closely with companies, investors, and leadership teams to identify, assess, and develop senior talent aligned with business strategy and organizational challenges.

Javier has also developed an active role at board level, including his position as Independent Advisor at Inycom, where he has contributed to governance evolution, business development, and strategic positioning in complex and international environments.

Earlier in his career, he spent more than two decades as CEO, leading transformation processes, scaling organizations to over 200 professionals, and developing new business lines exceeding €20M in revenue.

He maintains a strong focus on the role of technology as a driver of business development and decision-making. He promotes its practical application to enhance performance and insight, while reinforcing the importance of experience, sound judgment, and human criteria as key differentiators in complex environments.

His expertise spans corporate governance, strategic planning, and business development, with a particular focus on supporting organizations in aligning ownership, management, and long-term strategy.

Professional Activities

Partner, BPM Executive Search – Executive search, leadership assessment, and strategic talent advisory for C-level and senior management positions.Senior Advisor & Board Advisor – Supporting companies in corporate governance, strategic planning, and business development in complex environments.Independent Advisor, Inycom – Contribution to governance evolution, growth strategy, and institutional positioning in an international context.Former CEO – Over 25 years leading organizational transformation, scaling businesses, and developing new revenue streams.Strategic Talent & Leadership Consultant – Advising investors, boards, and executive teams on leadership fit, succession, and organizational development.Technology & Business Advocate – Promoting the use of technology to enhance business development and decision-making, while reinforcing the value of professional judgment and experience.

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, ICADE – Comillas Pontifical University
  • Strategic Management Program, IESE Business School
  • Executive Development Program (PDD), IESE Business School

 

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Executive Advisor

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Senior Researcher

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