Rafael Cayuela Valencia is the Corporate Chief Economist and EMEAI Strategy Development Senior Director at Dow, where he leads the region's sustainable, digital, and growth transformation strategy.

With over 20 years of experience in the chemical industry, Rafael aligns Dow's business goals with national and regional priorities, such as the EU Green Deal and Net Zero objectives. An accomplished author and thought leader, he has written "The Future of the Chemical Industry by 2050" and serves on several high-level boards, including the World Energy Council and CEFIC. He holds multiple degrees in economics, business, and executive education from institutions like the University of Chicago and Oxford University.