TEAM WORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK
United by a shared vision of communal living, regenerative practices, sustainability, artistic expression, holistic wellness, and boundless joy, we collaborate harmoniously to bring this vision to life.
LOLA TOSCANO
Visionary Founder
Visual artist, activist, and visionary behind the HEARTHWORLD FOUNDATION, she brings together creativity, consciousness, and care for the planet. With a background in tourism management and interior design focused on upcycling, she founded Hearthworld as a living project dedicated to reimagining our relationship with the environment. As the driving force behind the initiative, she brought together a remarkable team of experts and visionaries from diverse fields to co-create a platform rooted in sustainability, wellness, and cultural awareness. Through her work, she seeks to nurture well-being, inspire mindful living, and cultivate a collective movement toward a more harmonious and regenerative world.
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PABLO GONZALEZ
Founder Investor & Advisor
Founder of the LOS DOS UNO Storytelling Festival and its global creative community, Pablo is deeply passionate about sustainability, culture, and the arts. He is also the Co-Founder of Bitso.com, Latin America’s leading fintech platform, and holds a Bachelor of Media Arts from Emily Carr University.
With over a decade of experience in design, marketing, and product development, Pablo has combined his entrepreneurial vision with a commitment to social and environmental responsibility. Through his multidisciplinary background, Pablo continues to bridge creativity, technology, and purpose — building communities and projects that inspire positive change.
DANIEL SMITH
Chief Systems & Community Officer
Daniel brings over 15 years of entrepreneurial experience across IT, event production, product development, and creative industries. With a degree in Information Technology from the University of Tampa, he specialises in designing systems that connect people, processes, and purpose. Having grown up in intentional communities, he is deeply committed to reimagining socio-economic models and creating environments where creativity and collaboration can thrive. As CSCO, Daniel leads the development of Hearthworld’s operational and technological frameworks while nurturing a regenerative culture that supports residents, artists, and guests alike.
SANTIAGO RUMNEY GUGGENHEIM
Architecture Design Curation
Santiago is set to become the head of the design department at our BIO ARCHITECTURE MUSEUM. His role will involve curating the designs of the constructions, ensuring that they align with the shared vision of sustainability and high artistic standards. With Santiago's expertise in the art world and his passion for creating environmentally conscious spaces, he will play a crucial role in shaping the aesthetic and functionality of Hearthworld.
PAOLO MONTIEL COPPA
Art & Light Design
Paolo Montiel has a captivating story in lighting design, seamlessly blending art and architecture through digital programming. With his expertise in designing and overseeing large architectural projects and art installations, Paolo has become a leading figure in lighting control and design across Latin America. Renowned as one of the main contributors and collaborators of the MAYAN WARRIOR artistic collective and for working with light artist James Turrell, Paolo will be responsible for designing the lighting and selecting and placing the art sculptures and installations throughout Hearthworld
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STEPHEN BROOKS
Permaculture Advisor
The visionary force behind ENVISION FESTIVAL, Founder & Managing Director of Punta Mona and Alegria Village, epitomizes innovation in permaculture, sustainability, and community development. Renowned as a trailblazer in these fields, Stephen will lend his expertise as the advisor overseeing the permaculture aspects of the project. His invaluable insights promise to infuse the project with a harmonious blend of ecological mindfulness and communal vitality.
FRANK SIPPEL
Green Development Advisor
Frank Sippel, founder of Real Future and developer of groundbreaking projects such as Holzmarkt and Malzfabrik in Berlin, brings over 23 years of experience in sustainable and community-oriented real estate development. A pioneer in green architecture, Frank has redefined how urban spaces can foster creativity, collaboration, and environmental responsibility.
His work champions circular design, cultural regeneration, and long-term sustainability — proving that development can serve both people and planet. As an advisor and future investor to Hearthworld, Frank contributes his visionary approach to creating spaces where innovation and ecological consciousness coexist.
PRINCESS ANNA VON AUERSPERG
Spokesperson for Values and Corporate Vision
More than a prominent figure in European nobility, Anna is a multitalented artist, communicator, and connector with a unique ability to build global networks of collaboration and innovation. With a career spanning international stages, fashion, and the arts, she connects people and ideas to create meaningful, sustainable impact.
Within our team, she serves as an ambassador of our vision and spokesperson for our initiatives, bridging creativity, purpose, and collaboration across cultures. Together with Lola, Anna represents our values at events, conferences, and in the media — focusing on impact creation for sustainability and ensuring that every partnership and project contributes to a more conscious and regenerative future.
ANTONIO FESTA
Architect
Italian architect, born in Cosenza in the early 1980s, he studied Engineering and Architecture (MSc Program 4/S) at the Università della Calabria. In 2006, he received an Erasmus–Socrates scholarship to attend the Universidade Moderna de Lisboa in Portugal. In 2011, he completed an internship at Cecchetto & Associati in Venice, and in May 2012 he graduated with 110/110 cum laude. Later that year, after obtaining his professional license, he relocated to Berlin.
Over the years, he has collaborated with a range of architecture studios, building expertise across every phase of the design and delivery process—initially as a project manager and later as a construction manager.
He is registered with the Berlin Chamber of Architects and works as a freelance architect in Germany and internationally.
EMILY DIANE COLLINS
Regenerative Impact Consultant
As a founder of RAVE REVOLUTION, Emily’s vision for revolutionary and regenerative impact within the project will ensure socially equitable standards for all members of the community and strict regulations on local and regional ecosystem impact. With over a decade of experience in corporate finance and private equity consulting, she has been a strategic part of developing the financial forecast of the project from the beginning.
LEONARDO SABATINI
Lawyer
Florence-based tax lawyer known for a sharp mind and a grounded, practical approach.
In 2021, he became the youngest “Lawyer of the Year” of the Florence Bar. He has since worked on large-scale Italian real estate matters, where precision and big-picture thinking must move together.
Based at a leading international law firm, his expertise spans real estate, structured finance, and banking/M&A. He’s valued for translating complex legal and financial issues into clear options, aligning stakeholders, and keeping projects moving with reliability and solution-first energy.
ALEIX SANMARTIN
Communication Advisor
We are privileged to have Aleix Sanmartin as our esteemed advisor in the realm of communication. Widely acclaimed as one of the world's most decorated strategists, Aleix boasts a repertoire of over 50 prestigious awards and international accolades. His unparalleled expertise promises invaluable guidance as we navigate the intricacies of effective communication strategies.
ULYSSES SCHUITEMAKER
Eco- building Technology & Light Sculptures
Ulysses works at the intersection of art, technology, and eco-building, with over 20 years of experience in regenerative, community-based projects. He co-founded Catfarm, an off-grid eco-community, and Adventures of the Valparaíso, an international network focused on regenerative economies. He is an artist, creating light sculptures that shape the atmosphere of spaces and support moments of connection, and transition. At Hearthworld, he designs and implements sustainable infrastructure, and eco-building systems, creating environments that harmonize function with poetic beauty.
BEATRIZ OTERO
Brand Ambassador
Based between Berlin and Barcelona, she brings an international perspective and refined strategic insight to Hearthworld’s global presence. With extensive experience representing emerging and disruptive brands across luxury hospitality, premium real estate, fashion, and elite sports, she specializes in elevating identity and positioning projects within competitive international markets.
As Brand Ambassador, she translates Hearthworld’s regenerative vision into a compelling global narrative, cultivating aligned partnerships, strengthening its international visibility, and ensuring that its image reflects the elegance, depth, and cultural relevance at the heart of the project.
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ILLIE JOSEFSON
Sustainable Energy Engineering
Illia brings over 15 years of experience in aerospace engineering, advanced systems design, and sustainable energy. Having led high-performance teams at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and SpaceX, he has delivered complex technologies for missions including Mars Sample Return and next-generation space communications.
At Hearthworld, he oversees all energetic and infrastructural systems, ensuring efficiency, resilience, and long-term sustainability. With a deep commitment to innovation and ecological responsibility, Illia helps shape a future-ready foundation where advanced engineering supports regenerative living.
