Discover Ascent Hub
Learn about our mission, values, and the vibrant community that makes us Valencia's premier professional network.
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Ascent Hub was founded in 2025 with a simple yet powerful vision: to create a space where Valencia's most ambitious professionals could connect, collaborate, and grow together.
What started as a small networking group has evolved into the city's premier professional community, with over 1,500 members from diverse industries and backgrounds.
We believe that meaningful connections are the catalyst for professional growth and innovation. By bringing together entrepreneurs, executives, creatives, and changemakers, we've created an ecosystem where ideas flourish and opportunities abound.
Meet Our Team
Our Mission
To empower Valencia's professionals by fostering meaningful connections, facilitating knowledge exchange, and creating opportunities for collaborative growth. We believe that when ambitious individuals come together, they can achieve extraordinary things.
Our Vision
To establish Valencia as a hub of innovation and professional excellence, where every ambitious individual has access to the resources, connections, and support needed to reach their full potential and make a meaningful impact in their industry.
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do at Ascent Hub
Collaboration
We believe that together we achieve more. Collaboration is at the heart of our community.
Excellence
We strive for excellence in everything we do, from our events to our member experience.
Innovation
We embrace new ideas and approaches, constantly evolving to better serve our community.
Community
Our members are our greatest asset. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment.
Meet Our Leadership
The passionate individuals driving Ascent Hub forward
Augustin Serban
Founder & CEO
With 17+ years in global share plans and total rewards, I specialize in designing and managing equity programs that drive engagement and long-term value.
Laila Bastati
Strategic advisor
With more than 20 years of international experience transforming businesses in complex markets.
Joao Marques
Author, speaker, and strategic advisor
Focused on communications, sustainability, and policy in emerging markets, with over 15 years of international experience
Jamie Vaughan
Change Management and Project Leadership
Professional specializing in organizational transformation, software implementation, and communication strategy.
87+
Active Members
85%
Members Reporting Career Growth
40+
Industries Represented
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