Manuel is a globally minded creative born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with lived experience in Madrid, Barcelona, and Chicago. His background spans fine art, graphic design, art direction, and a master’s degree in interactive design and user experience, shaping a practice rooted at the intersection of strategy, design, and emerging technology. His work has been recognized internationally by Cannes Lions, Clio, D&AD, One Show, New York Festivals, London International Advertising Awards, and El Ojo de Iberoamérica, among others.