Mario Conde is a Spanish businessman and former banker, known for his role as the CEO of Banesto, a major Spanish bank, during the 1980s and early 1990s. He gained prominence for his ambitious strategies that helped the bank grow significantly, but his tenure ended in controversy due to financial irregularities and a subsequent scandal. After his banking career, Conde became a public figure, engaging in politics and writing. He has authored several books and has been involved in various media projects, maintaining a presence in Spanish culture and society despite his earlier legal troubles.