Daniel Elizalde

“I have had the pleasure of working with Daniel Elizalde both in his role at Vice President, Head of IoT for North America Ericsson where he reported to me directly, and now as a valued Advisory Board member at Catalyst Constellations. His contributions have been nothing short of extraordinary. Daniel's expertise in leading through uncertainty and his deep knowledge of innovation have been invaluable. At Ericsson, his charter was to build out a brand new co-creative capacity, called the IoT studio. The IoT Studio’s mission was to accelerate the market adoption of end-to-end, repeatable IoT solutions leveraging cellular technology. During this process, he demonstrated remarkable skill in navigating complex challenges, both internally and across the ecosystem. His business acumen allowed him to meet the needs of internal stakeholders across the business while co-creating with Industry 4.0 giants like GE and Hitachi. Daniel is a truly empathetic leader who excels at building inspired teams and fostering an environment of trust. His ability to connect with people on a personal level, combined with his strategic vision, ensures that everyone feels valued and motivated to contribute their best. His leadership style not only inspires but also empowers his team members to achieve their full potential. What truly sets Daniel apart is his unique blend of business and technology acumen. He possesses a rare talent for bridging the gap between these domains, deeply understanding how technological advancements align with, and support, key business goals. The best part is, Daniel uses his superpowers for good with in support of his deep personal commitment to creating positive change in the world, particularly in climate tech. Daniel’s insights as an Advisory Board member have been truly impactful. His strategic guidance and thoughtful feedback have significantly shaped our direction, and his contributions continue to be a driving force behind our success. I wholeheartedly recommend Daniel Elizalde to any organization seeking a visionary leader with a proven track record of excellence in innovation, team building, business strategy, and a passion for creating a better world.”

“I am thrilled to recommend Daniel Elizalde, who has been an invaluable advisory board member supporting the growth and scale of our business. Throughout our time with Daniel, he has demonstrated an exceptional ability to switch seamlessly from high-level strategy to detailed execution—exactly what we need. Daniel is an excellent thought partner who deeply listens to our ideas and then asks insightful questions that help us think strategically. His questions are innovative and push us to see things in new ways. Daniel's approach is never judgmental, which is incredibly helpful as we often navigate new and uncertain territories. He brings a wealth of empathy to our entrepreneurial journey, understanding our values and what we aim to achieve. He aligns his questions and suggestions with our goals rather than any personal agenda, which is immensely valuable. Moreover, Daniel has a remarkable talent for simplifying complex topics, making them easy to digest and actionable. For example, he has helped us refine our understanding of our core customer and brought clarity to our messaging. Daniel Elizalde's contributions have been instrumental in our progress, and I am confident that his expertise and thoughtful approach will continue to drive success for any team fortunate enough to work with him.”