Jorge R. López Benito
I'm Entrepreneur
About
Founder & CEO · DeepTech Innovator · Mentor of Future Leaders
Connect on LinkedIn
Hi! I am a tech entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in emerging technologies, specializing in Extended Reality (AR/VR), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and innovation driven solutions. As the founder and leader of pioneering companies and initiatives such as CreativiTIC Interactive, Gate8 Games, AIsure Europe, and Accelera Skills, I have spearheaded transformative projects across sectors including education, healthcare, and Industry 4.0, delivering cutting-edge solutions that shape the future.
As a member of the European Innovation Council of the European Commission, I proudly serve as an Expert Evaluator for the EIC Accelerator program, deciding on investments and contributing to the evaluation and selection of groundbreaking innovation projects. I am also an adjunct professor at the University of Deusto, where I teach courses on virtual and augmented reality development, artificial intelligence, and video game design within the Computer Engineering and Communication degree programs. Moreover, I actively contribute to national initiatives in Spain as a member of the National Working Group of Experts on Data and AI, led by CONETIC (Information Technology, Communications, and Electronics Confederation).
I turn ideas into cutting-edge technological solutions, empowering businesses and entrepreneurs to develop disruptive projects with market impact.
Advisor in Technology Investment & Innovation Strategy
Artificial Intelligence | Extended Reality | EU AI Act | Deep Tech
With over two decades of experience, I have partnered with global organizations, contributed to European R&D initiatives, and received recognition for my commitment to innovation. My mission is to redefine possibilities, delivering solutions that turn ideas into reality.
- Phone: +34 629 44 33 86
- Email: jrlopezbenito@proton.me
- Location: Spain, EU
- Schedule: Book a meeting
Beyond developing tech solutions, I’m passionate about mentoring and empowering others, sharing knowledge on emerging technologies, and nurturing the next generation of innovators.
LET'S WORK TOGETHER TO INNOVATE AND TRANSFORM YOUR BUSINESS!
Contact me today to get started!
Skills
With over three decades immersed in technology, I’ve been a pioneer, mastering and anticipating every wave of technological evolution.
Career Experience
Highlighting over 25 years of expertise (2000–2025), innovation, and impactful contributions. I am a serial entrepreneur and strategic consultant specializing in technology innovation and investment. From top corporate roles to serving as CEO of CreativiTIC and founding multiple ventures, my expertise spans Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Immersive Technologies (XR), and Web3. I have driven transformation across industries such as education, healthcare, and Industry 4.0, led European and national R&D projects, and mentored the next generation of tech leaders.
EXPERT EVALUATOR
EUROPEAN COMMISSION / EIC ACCELERATOR
AI/XR | Deep Tech/eHealth (2018 to date)
Investment and Evaluation Expert
- EISMEA | (EIC ACCELERATOR)
- DG CONNECT | (G2)
- HaDEA | (G2)
CYPRUS RIF R&I FOUNDATION
AI/XR Deep Tech (2019 to date)
Expert Evaluator
- Funding Scheme RESTART
- Funding Scheme CYPRUS STARTUP VISA
- Funding Scheme TAX INCENTIVE PLAN FOR INNOVATIVE BUSINESS
PROFESSIONAL ROLES
GATE8 DIGITAL INSTITUTE & BUSINESS SCHOOL
Founder & CEO (2023 to date)
(G)*aming (A)*rts and (T)*echnology (E)*ntrepreneurship [Ventures]
- Entrepreneurial Accelerator for Video Game Development
- Incubation and Acceleration Program for Gaming Initiatives
- Business School for the Gaming and Digital Entertainment Industry
CreativiTIC Interactive
Founder & CEO (2010 to date)
AI | Web4 | XR Technology Creators, recognized as Augmented Reality Key Innovators by the European Commission's Innovation Radar. The company has also fostered several innovative spin-offs, including:
- Accelera Skills: a Digital Upskilling Accelerator for Future Jobs
- MetAClass Studio: a AR/VR Platform for Education > 120K users
- AISure Europe: Strategic Solutions for Planning, Training and Regulatory Compliance (EU AI Act) in Safe AI
Sonnar Labs
Founder & CEO (2012 to 2021)
Extended Reality (XR) New Sensorial Inputs
- Bringing new sensorial inputs to Augmented Reality technologies
The Graffter
R&D Director (2012 to 2013)
A New Virtual Art Space! Sharing your visual urban experiences!
- Winners of Wayra Week Madrid 2012 at Telefónica
- Formed a new company with Telefónica (The Graffter) as partner
Ferrovial | Panda Software | Iberdrola
Cloud Cybersecurity Analyst/SysAdmin (2000 to 2010)
- VMware Certified Professional VCP&VTSP
- OWASP-OSSTMM, ISO 27000, ITIL, LOPD, LSSI/CE
ACADEMIC ROLES
UNIVERSITY OF DEUSTO
Adjunt Professor (2021 to date)
Computer Engineering and Communication degree programs
- Teaching Subject: Development of Applications and Video Games in Virtual (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)
- Teaching Subject: Interactive Multimedia [Extended Reality (XR) / Metaverse] and Video Games
- Teaching Subject: Advanced Interactive Technologies [Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Multiplayer]
UNIVERSITY OF BASQUE COUNTRY
Adjunt Professor (2024 to date)
Master's Program in Marketing and Business Management
- MasterClasses on the application of emerging technologies [Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Extended Reality (AR/VR)] applied to Marketing and Business Management disciplines
RESEARCH (as Principal Investigator)
PATENTS
ES2649789B1 | HoloDeck4D System Medical Imaging (2019)
- Immersive visualization system to improve the accuracy, speed and efficiency for clinical diagnosis in Nuclear Medicine
- integrates a workbench that generates visually interactive and gesturally operable 3D real models, based on the two-dimensional images coming from the existing Confocal Microcopy, PET/TC and MRI/MRT systems
- G06F3/011 Arrangements for interaction with the human body, e.g. for user immersion in virtual reality; G06T15/205 Image-based rendering; G06T19/00 Manipulating 3D models or images for computer graphics; G06T7/0012 Biomedical image inspection; G06T7/0014 Biomedical image inspection using an image reference approach; G06T7/0016 Biomedical image inspection using an image reference approach involving temporal comparison; H04N13/0468 Picture reproducers using observer tracking
EU FP7 ICT-2011.8.1 - Technology-enhanced learning
PI & Steering Committee (2012 to 2014)
Augmented Reality Work Package Leader
E2LP | Embedded Computer Engineering Learning Platform | Grant agreement ID: 317882 | Budget: € 2,781,333
- Funded by the European Commission, involving 9 project partners from 7 countries
- Unified platform which cover a complete process for embedded systems learning
- Augmented Reality Software that detects and tracks electronic boards with a camera
- Augmented reality package consisting of AR software and embedded hardware
EU H2020-ICT-22-2016 RIA - Technologies for Learning and Skills
PI & Steering Committee (2017 to 2019)
STORIES OF TOMORROW | Students Visions on the Future of Space Exploration | Grant agreement ID: 731872 | Budget: € 2,703,375
- Funded by the European Commission, involving 15 project partners from 10 countries
- Concept of storytelling as a catalyst for the effective interaction between art and STEM discipline
- New vision for teaching and also helps develop strategies for how teachers’ roles and conditions can support and enable deeper learning for students
- Advanced storytelling platform enriched with innovative interfaces (VR and AR) to support students’ creations
2020-1-IT02-K226-SCH-095525 - KA2 ERASMUS+
PI & Steering Committee (2021 to 2023)
PLAYING WITH PROTONS GOES DIGITAL | Grant agreement ID: : I55F21000210001 | Budget: € 298,615
- Funded by the European Commission, involving 5 project partners from 4 countries
- Digital AR platform allows teachers and educators to access, create and share instantly Augmented Reality educational content between schools, teachers, and external stakeholders
- Work with teachers and educators to offer Gen Zers more interactive and immersive STEAM learning experiences
- Empower school teachers by enhancing their pedagogy with AR toolkits to co-create and share digital STEAM resources
MENTORSHIP
DEUSTO EMPRENDE (University of Deusto)
Business Mentor | Entrepreneurship Trainer (2025 to date)
- Development and Support for Entrepreneurs
ACELERADORA MENTORDAY
Expert | Mentor | Jury (2021 to 2023)
- Entrepreneurship, Innovation Strategy, and Access to Financing
CID EMPRENDE (Diputación de Badajoz)
Mentor & Consultant (2014 to 2015)
- Technical Assistance and Implementation of “The Entrepreneurship School and Innovation Lab”
EXPLORE MY BOOKS & PUBLICATIONS
Professional Services
DISCOVER HOW MY EXPERTISE IN INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY CAN TRANSFORM YOUR BUSINESS
-
STRATEGIC CONSULTING IN TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION AND LEADERSHIP
Advisory and interim CEO services to integrate deep tech and emerging technologies such as AI, AR/VR, Web3, and convergent technologies, ensuring compliance with the EU AI Act and driving digital transformation to enhance competitiveness. -
EXPERT EVALUATION AND MANAGEMENT OF DEEP TECH R&D INITIATIVES
Evaluation of implementation and investment advisory of research and development initiatives, including European innovation and research programs in deep tech areas such as AI and AR/VR, ensuring strategic alignment and delivering measurable impact. -
MENTORSHIP AND UPSKILLING IN DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES
Training and mentorship for entrepreneurs and professionals, focusing on soft skills and upskilling in deep technologies like AI and AR/VR for Industry 4.0, eHealth, education, and the video game industry, addressing the demands of today’s tech-driven landscape.