News | 17 June 2026
BBVA CIB brings clients together for an exclusive evening with Zurbarán at the London’s National Gallery
The event celebrated BBVA’s support of one of the most significant exhibitions of Spanish art ever presented in the United Kingdom, while providing an opportunity to strengthen relationships and foster meaningful conversations with clients and partners.
Clarity, Focus, and Perspective
Opening the evening, Daniel Calvo, Head of BBVA Corporate & Investment Banking UK, highlighted how Zurbarán’s artistic vision continues to resonate today, drawing a parallel between the painter’s use of light and BBVA’s role in helping clients navigate an increasingly complex environment."Zurbarán's paintings are famous for the way he used light,not simply to illuminate a scene, but to reveal what truly mattered. Through light, he brought focus, meaning, and perspective.

“Zurbarán's paintings are famous for the way he used light, not simply to illuminate a scene, but to reveal what truly mattered. Through light, he brought focus, meaning and perspective.
That idea resonates strongly with us at BBVA. Our role is to be a trusted partner on that journey, helping our clients navigate complexity with greater confidence and clarity. Supporting our clients’ ambitions is not only what we do; it is at the heart of who we are.”
- Daniel Calvo, Head of BBVA Corporate & Investment Banking UK
Head of BBVA Corporate & Investment Banking UK
The evening also reflected BBVA’s longstanding commitment to the United Kingdom, where the bank has supported clients for more than a century.
Today, London remains a strategic hub within BBVA’s international network, connecting corporate and institutional clients with opportunities across global markets and providing access to the bank’s expertise and international capabilities.
TBy supporting cultural initiatives such as the Zurbarán exhibition, BBVA reinforces its commitment to creating meaningful connections with clients and partners while contributing to the cultural life of the communities in which it operates.
The event served as a reminder that, much like great art, lasting relationships are built over time, through trust, shared ambition and a common vision for the future.




