Francisco Grau
Director of Operations - Costa Rica

Francisco Grau is a Costa Rican social entrepreneur, and 5D World’s CR Director of Operations. Francisco founded the Feria Verde, a weekly farmers market that brings together organic farmers, eco-entrepreneurs and enjoyers from the city. With over 12 years leading the Feria Verde, Francisco has learned the challenges that farmers and small entrepreneurs face. This brought the inspiration to create Nangu, a replicable model to grow, process and distribute food forest products in partnership with rural families.
  

Trained as an Industrial Engineer with a master's in Regenerative Economics, Francisco has made it his personal challenge to contribute to businesses and organizations that restore the balance between human beings and the living systems that support us all. He is convinced that falling in love with nature is the first step to truly taking care of it. 

In addition to the many roles Francisco undertakes professionally, he also loves traveling, experiencing cultural diversity, and enjoying healthy tasty food.