Entrepreneur in Spain
I founded and ran my own companies in three sectors.
- Norcafinza SL · financial sector
- Waffle SL · hospitality sector
- Ferrallería Anaca SL · construction sector
About me
An entrepreneur’s experience, a mentor’s eye
In short
I’m Carlos Maestu, a business consultant, COO and entrepreneurship mentor in London. I support Spanish-speaking entrepreneurs and SMEs across the UK, in Spanish, with 1-to-1 mentoring, business advisory, external board advice and training. I have 25+ years of experience as an entrepreneur, 6+ years as a mentor and 400+ mentoring sessions.
I’m Carlos Maestu Iñales, a business consultant, COO and entrepreneurship mentor. I help entrepreneurs, SMEs and organisations structure, scale and consolidate their business models: I turn projects with potential into efficient, profitable operations ready to grow.
I have been an entrepreneur for over 25 years and a mentor for over 6. I have delivered more than 400 mentoring sessions, free and paid. I founded and ran my own companies in Spain and held management roles in services and hospitality in London.
My work is practical: realistic solutions, adapted to your business and focused on measurable results.
- Name
- Carlos Maestu Iñales
- Profession
- Business consultant, COO and entrepreneurship mentor
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Works in
- Spanish
- Experience
- 25+ years as an entrepreneur · 6+ years as a mentor · 400+ mentoring sessions
- Recognition
- Best business mentor of London’s Spanish-speaking community, Guía Londres Mentor Awards 2025
- Current roles
- Co-founder and COO of Cine Latino London Networking · Coordinator of Mujeres en Acción
25+years as an entrepreneur
6+years as a mentor
400+mentoring sessions, free and paid
3sectors where I founded companies
Career
Founder, executive and community builder
Executive in London
A solid management career in the services and hospitality sector.
- Team and operations management
- Multi-sector vision applied on the ground
- Co-founder of Startup Entrepreneur CIC with two partners (3 years)
Today
Business networks and entrepreneur support in London.
- COO of Cine Latino London Networking
- Coordinator of Mujeres en Acción for 4 years
2025 recognition
Best business mentor of London’s Spanish-speaking community
Recognised in 2025 at the Guía Londres Mentor Awards.
“Be proactive, be reactive and let your instincts guide you.”— Carlos Maestu
Mission, vision and values
Mission
To empower entrepreneurs with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed and build sustainable businesses.
Vision
To be the leading business mentor for Spanish speakers living in the United Kingdom, helping thousands of entrepreneurs build the future they dream of.
Commitment
I dedicate myself to your success, working with you with commitment and passion.
Innovation
I encourage creativity and a constant search for new solutions to business challenges.
Integrity
I act with transparency and honesty to earn your trust.
Contact
Shall we talk about your business?
Tell me where you are and I’ll suggest the next step.
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