Carlos M. García Carbayo serves as the Mayor of Salamanca, a position he has held since 2018 and was re-elected in 2023. He is deeply committed to fostering cultural heritage and urban development, holding the presidency of the "Grupo de Ciudades Patrimonio de la Humanidad de España". Under his leadership, Salamanca has focused on innovative urban planning, sustainability, and cultural tourism, reflecting its designation as a UNESCO World Heritage City. Trained in law with a degree earned in 1986, García Carbayo also has experience in administrative and secondary education roles within the Castilla y León region. His leadership extends internationally through collaborations to promote Salamanca’s cultural and educational initiatives globally, aligning with sustainable and forward-thinking urban policies.