Madrid, Spain — June 2-3, 2025 — The International Construction Project Management Association (ICPMA) is set to convene its highly anticipated annual conference in Madrid, a gathering that promises to shape the future of urban development and construction project management. Under the theme “Cities of Tomorrow – Construction Project Managers as Key Enablers for Urban Regeneration,” this event will attract leading professionals, innovators, and thought leaders from around the globe to explore transformative strategies for the cities of the future.

Among the distinguished speakers is Alfonso Gutiérrez Manzanos, a visionary leader whose pioneering work in leadership development and construction management will inspire attendees. Mr. Gutiérrez Manzanos is scheduled to present on Tuesday, June 3rd, at 09:00, delivering a compelling lecture titled “A Quantum Leap in Education: Conscious Integrated Leadership.”

A seasoned expert with over 30 years of international experience in architecture, construction, and project management, Mr. Gutiérrez Manzanos has led projects across four continents and held influential roles within prominent organizations such as HOK, CBRE, AIA Dallas Chapter Steering Committee, AEDIP or AECMA. Currently, he serves as the CEO of Avalon Life Management and ALMA ELITE, a high-performance coaching initiative dedicated to entrepreneurs and senior professionals. He is also the creator of the “Conscious Integrated Leadership” framework, an innovative approach that harmonizes body, mind, and soul to cultivate the next generation of visionary leaders grounded in personal clarity, emotional autonomy, and profound purpose.

In his upcoming presentation at the ICPMA Conference, Mr. Gutiérrez Manzanos will explore how redefining leadership development can catalyze positive change in urban environments. His insights will emphasize that peak leadership begins with inner clarity and personal responsibility, elements essential for fostering resilient, innovative, and sustainable cities.

“I’m honoured to be part of this distinguished event in Madrid,” says Alfonso Gutiérrez Manzanos. “My lecture will focus on how conscious, integrated leadership can revolutionize education and professional growth. By embedding principles of inner clarity and emotional autonomy, we can empower leaders to shape cities that are not only functional but also vibrant and resilient.”

His participation underscores a broader movement towards holistic leadership in the construction and urban development sectors—a movement that aligns with the conference’s goal of exploring how construction project managers can serve as catalysts for urban regeneration.

The conference program includes engaging sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration among international professionals committed to transforming urban landscapes. The event will be held at the esteemed Colegio Oficial de Aparejadores y Arquitectos Técnicos de Madrid, a venue that reflects Madrid’s proud architectural heritage and commitment to innovation.

As Madrid prepares to host this international congregation of leaders and visionaries, Alfonso Gutiérrez Manzanos’s contribution promises to be a highlight—offering transformative perspectives that bridge personal mastery with urban evolution. The future of cities begins with the future of those who lead them, and this conference is set to ignite that future with ideas rooted in consciousness, clarity, and strategic vision.