Gómez will help drive the next phase of Livensa’s growth, leading their digital, data and innovation agenda across the platform.
Irene Gómez, former CEO at Wayra, the corporate VC and innovation hub of Spain-based telecommunications company Telefónica, has joined student housing and flexible accommodation provider Livensa Living as chief digital and innovation officer.
In her new role, Gómez will help drive the next phase of Livensa’s growth, leading their digital, data and innovation agenda across the platform.
A GCV Powerlister in 2024 and 2025, Gómez held the CEO position at Wayra for over six years. She began her career at Telefónica at the company’s infrastructure management and IT services subsidiary Telefónica Soluciones Outsourcing in 2006 as an IT project manager. Gómez later moved to the parent company holding various positions, including digital product director.
Founded in 2011, Wayra has been connecting startups with Telefónica to drive innovation and generate real business impact. The unit operates mainly in Spain, Germany, UK and Brazil, while also working across other markets in Europe and Latin America. Key investment areas include cybersecurity, AI, networks, communications and user experience.
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Oishani Mitra
Oishani Mitra is the content manager for Global Corporate Venturing.
