Garrido's intervention was revealing, as he not only offered a perspective on his trajectory, but also presented a approach on the management of people that invites us to reconsider traditional paradigms. The following are three points core topic that summary the most relevant of his exhibition.
Leadership with human essence
At Alma Carraovejas, people are not seen as a resource, but as the real engine of the business. According to Garrido, the CEO, Pedro Ruiz, promotes a humanistic leadership that connects deeply with the values and essence of each person within the organization. This approach, which was decisive in his decision to join business, not only drives the growth staff of employees, but also strengthens their alignment with the organization's mission statement . In Garrido's words, "There can be no professional development without a prior development staff ."
Commitment is not the same as satisfaction
One of the most innovative aspects of Alma Carraovejas' model is its approach on people engagement. Through a tool developed by the Spanish startup Datum, which is based on motivation and behavioral theories, they measure not only employee satisfaction - determined by factors such as salary or working conditions - but also their emotional connection to the work they perform. Garrido emphasized that what really drives people is that emotion of feeling part of something bigger, and that this makes a significant difference to long-term results.
A model of results with purpose
Finally, Alma Carraovejas does not limit herself to traditional indicators. While many companies focus exclusively on financial results, they have adopted a "fivefold bottom line". This includes, in addition to financial results, the impact on people, the social environment, the environment and a strong commitment to ethics. According to Garrido, "caring for people and their professional growth is as important as caring for economic viability". This comprehensive approach ensures that every decision is consistent with the company's values.
At the end of the talk, it became clear that Alma Carraovejas transcends its status as business to become an organization that believes in the transformative power of people, building a business model where results are aligned with the human development .