Federico Navarrete

Federico Navarrete is a Salvadoran-Spanish technovator and author dedicated to building cultural bridges across nations. With a professional background spanning the European Commission and global tech giants, he uses his "Technovator" mindset to preserve and share the world’s "human code"—our shared folklore and heritage.

His work has grown into a grassroots global phenomenon, reaching over 1,000 readers across five continents through purely organic growth. A frequent collaborator with the Instituto Cervantes, Federico has presented his research on folklore and cultural mirroring across five countries and three continents, including India, China, Austria, Turkey, and Morocco.

This international track record led to the Official Global Launch of his third book at the SIEL 2026 International Book Fair in Rabat, during its landmark year as the UNESCO World Book Capital.

Driven by a desire to shift the global narrative about his homeland, Federico created Timeless Stories of El Salvador—the first series of Salvadoran folkloric books published in English. His research is now officially preserved in National Archives, ensuring these legends survive for future generations.

An award-winning innovator and seasoned public speaker, Federico has lived in five countries and traveled to over 20. He believes that by discovering the "shared DNA" in our stories, we can find the strength to be our own heroes and build a more connected world.