Andres Diaz Martinez is a Ventures Associate at Plug and Play Tech Center, where responsibilities include maintaining relationships with corporate insurance clients, identifying investment opportunities, and educating on industry trends. Previous roles encompass CEO and Founder of PRISMA bios, Co-Founder and COO of Santo Domingo Dos, and Head of R&D at Azurmendi Restaurant, a Michelin-rated establishment noted for its rise in global rankings. Andres also contributed as a Food Physics & Chemistry Professor at Basque Know How Foundation and engaged in research at Compass Group focused on sustainable food practices. Educationally, Andres holds a Master's Degree in Entrepreneurship from Uppsala University and a degree in Gastronomy from Basque Culinary Center.