Know Eric Ramos: the Economist Explorer (European Central Bank, Banco de España, Single Resolution Board...)

To understand The Eric Ramos Quest, one must first understand the remarkable journey of its creator. The program's unique selling proposition is not a manufactured brand; it is the authentic, lived-in authority of Eric Ramos himself. He is not a journalist reporting from the outside; he is a seasoned expert who has operated, analyzed, and supervised from the very heart of the systems that shape our world.

His career is a masterclass in modern economics, finance, and international governance.

A Career Forged in Europe's Most Critical Institutions

Eric holds a permanent, senior-level position at one of the Eurosystem's most respected pillars: the Bank of Spain. His journey to this role was a testament to extreme discipline, passing the rigorous and selective civil service examinations for both the Spanish Ministry of Economy and Finance and the Bank of Spain, securing his permanent post in 2009.

This is not a typical resume. This is the CV of an insider.

At the Bank of Spain, his experience is notably broad, granting him a rare, holistic view of the entire economic ecosystem. He has served in three distinct directorate generals:

• Market Operations: The hands-on, real-time execution of monetary policy.

• International Economics: The macro-level analysis of global trends and cross-border financial flows.

• Economics: The foundational research and modeling that informs national policy.

• Banking Supervision: The critical, frontline role of ensuring the stability and soundness of the financial system.

As a Senior Banking Supervisor, Eric possesses a granular, ground-truth understanding of the financial machinery that most commentators only observe from a distance.

His expertise, however, was not confined to a national level. He was sought by the European Central Bank (ECB) in Frankfurt. There, he served as an Economist in the Monetary Policy Department, Monetary Policy Stance Division. This is the epicenter of the Eurozone. He was, in effect, contributing to the core analysis that underpins the economic heartbeat of a continent, informing the policy decisions that affect hundreds of millions of people.

Following his time at the ECB, Eric's specialized knowledge led him to another of the European Union's key agencies: the Single Resolution Board (SRB) in Brussels. As a National Expert, he was a Member of different Resolution Teams. This role placed him at the nerve center of European financial stability, dealing with the high-stakes, complex challenges of bank resolution to protect the public interest and the economy.

Adding to this formidable practical experience, Eric is also a statutory auditor registered in Spain (ROAC), a credential that speaks to his deep understanding of accountability and financial transparency.

The Academic Foundation: A Multi-National Pursuit of Knowledge

This career was built on an international and rigorous academic foundation. Eric's pursuit of knowledge began early, obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the prestigious Universidad Autónoma de Madrid. He expanded his horizons by earning a Laurea Specialistica (Master's Degree) in Banking, Enterprise, and Financial Markets at Trento University, Italy. He further solidified his specialization with a Banking Supervisor Diploma from CEMFI, one of Spain's most esteemed centers for monetary and financial studies.

This multi-country education, combined with early professional experiences and language courses in the United Kingdom and Ireland, instilled in him a deeply international mindset long before his institutional career began.

The "Quest" Is the Mission

Why would a man with this career—a secure, high-level position within the central banking establishment—step into the public sphere with a podcast?

The answer lies in the name: The Quest.

Eric's entire life has been a quest. A quest for academic excellence in Spain and Italy. A quest for public service, enduring the intense civil service examinations. A quest for a deeper understanding of the systems that govern our lives, moving from national finance to European monetary policy and banking resolution.

The Eric Ramos Quest is the next, vital stage of that journey. It is the synthesis of his life's work. He has seen the complexity of our world from the inside, and he recognizes that the public is profoundly underserved by the media that attempts to explain it.

This program is his mission to bridge that gap.

He brings the precision of a banking supervisor, the analytical rigor of an ECB economist, and the pragmatic insight of a resolution expert to topics far beyond finance. He tackles complex subjects with a clarity that is only possible for someone who has truly mastered them.

The Global Bridge: A Polylingual Host

Eric's ability to connect with a global, high-profile audience is amplified by his personal fluency. He is fluent in Spanish, English, and Italian, and is currently advancing his French.

This is not merely a party trick. It is a philosophy.

It represents the show's core belief that to truly understand the world, one must engage with it in its own-tongue. It allows him to break down the barriers that bias and poor translation often erect, ensuring that nuance and cultural context are preserved, not lost. This polyglot nature makes him a true citizen of the world and a credible guide for an international community.

The Man Behind the Mission: The "Set Zen"

When not engaging with global economic policy, Eric's personal life reflects the same discipline and curiosity. He is an avid skier, sailor and hiker -pursuits that require focus, an understanding of complex systems, and a deep respect for the environment-. He trains, he reads, and he values the art of a good conversation. This well-rounded life, which began with martial arts, climbing, and football, informs his balanced and human-centric approach to every topic.

Today, Eric is married and lives in Madrid. It is here, in the "set Zen," that The Eric Ramos Quest is filmed—a calm, focused center from which a powerful, global conversation is being launched.

This is more than a podcast. It is an intellectual journey, a commitment to clarity, and a community built on the pursuit of genuine knowledge.

The quest for understanding is the most rewarding journey of all.

Be Quest!