Leading Change Without Losing What Matters: Rafael Estévez on Protagonistas del Cambio

Transforming a company with over 30 years of history takes more than changing the way it operates. It also means understanding what has brought it this far and deciding where to go next.

This is one of the themes explored by Rafael Estévez on Protagonistas del Cambio, in episode five of the Club Cámara Antares series.

In conversation with Sandra Jiménez and Javier Rodríguez, our CEO reflects on his experience leading Biomol. He also shares some of the lessons that have shaped his approach to business.

But what changes when you move from advising business owners to making those decisions yourself?

A new chapter built on more than 30 years of history

Before joining Biomol, Rafa spent much of his career in business consulting. During that time, he helped companies navigate change and make important decisions.

Taking the lead at Biomol, however, brought a different kind of responsibility. He also had to understand a highly specialized scientific field and learn from the professionals working within it.

In 2021, we began rethinking how our company operated. Our goal was to strengthen our structure, improve our processes and prepare Biomol for a new chapter.

However, moving forward does not mean starting from scratch.

This journey builds on our company´s history and the foundations laid by Ángel Alcalde, Biomol’s founder and president. Above all, our team’s commitment has been essential in turning these changes into reality.

After all, knowing where you want to go is one thing. Building the trust needed to get there together is another.

Growing better, not just bigger

When companies talk about growth, the conversation often focuses on numbers and results. Yet these figures only tell part of the story.

Trust within a team, the confidence to take on new responsibilities and the lessons learned along the way matter just as much.

During the interview, Rafa reflects on his experience leading Biomol. He also explains how his understanding of leadership has evolved over the years.

Listening, valuing other people’s expertise and knowing when to make decisions are some of the ideas that emerge from the conversation.

Ultimately, growth is not just about reaching new goals. How we get there, and what we build along the way, matters just as much.

Protagonistas del Cambio: a different side of Biomol

Our newsletters usually focus on scientific advances, new technologies and the projects we work on. This time, however, we wanted to share a different part of our story.

Behind our work, there are also decisions, experiences and people who have helped shape Biomol.

In this episode, Rafa offers a personal perspective on an important period in our company’s development. He also reflects on the challenges that still lie ahead.

And we believe those reflections are worth hearing directly from him.

We would like to thank Club Cámara Antares and the Seville Chamber of Commerce for inviting us to take part in this initiative. We are also grateful to Xtrared for producing the podcast and to Sandra Jiménez and Javier Rodríguez for making the conversation so welcoming.

Discover episode five of Protagonistas del Cambio and hear Rafael Estévez share his experiences and reflections on Biomol’s present and future.

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