Javier Abadía began his professional career working as strategic consultant with his father, Leopoldo Abadía, founding team member and professor at IESE Business School. Their focus was on helping families and companies to define their purpose, build their future and make a leap of quality in their management. 

Later, Javier assumed managerial responsibilities in the High Council of Chambers of Commerce of Spain, where he promoted programs to help Mid-Market Companies in their transformation, digitalization, and internationalization.

For the past 12 years, Javier has led the strategy of one of the largest Spanish tourist groups, a family-owned company. Among the world leaders in the tourist industry, Javier has helped the owners redefine their business model and reconfigure the relationships between the family, its members, and the company.

Javier is a recognized expert in managing the complexities and developing the strategies that enable the convergence and conciliation of family and business.

Javier is a regular guest professor at IESE, speaker and member of the Board of Directors in various companies.