2025 Speakers

Matías Vial Valdés is Bachelor in Business and holds a Master’s in Innovation from Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile. With over 25 years of experience, he has led transformative projects in education, biotechnology, and technology transfer. As the co-founder of Cells for Cells, the first Chilean biotech company focused on the research, development, and commercialization of advanced therapies, he has successfully secured over USD 40 million in private and public funding and established benchmarks of excellence in Latin America. A strategic connector, Matías has spearheaded the creation of university spin-offs, innovation consortia such as Hub-Tec Chile, and industry associations like ProSalud Chile, fostering collaboration between companies and universities. His approach blends humanistic leadership with the ability to manage complex networks and projects, consistently delivering impactful results in both academic and business sectors. Currently, Matías serves as a board member and strategic consultant, contributing his expertise to connect institutions, enhance innovation, and turn opportunities into tangible outcomes. With a career defined by his commitment to lifelong learning, internationalization, and social impact, he aims to continue driving initiatives that inspire profound and sustainable change on a global scale.