Marcos Maldonado is an experienced professional in the field of public policies of innovation and entrepreneurship, with a strong background in sustainable development and project management. He has extensive experience managing funding lines for business innovation projects at InnovaChile, providing strategic support to startups and emerging companies. At the Ministry of Science, Technology, Knowledge, and Innovation, he has been critical in developing programs to foster an entrepreneurial culture and technology transfer, participating in multidisciplinary working groups addressing climate crises, environmental issues, and economic market failures. As the Coordinator of the “Desafíos Públicos” initiative, he supports projects in advancing their technological readiness from TRL 3 to TRL 8, providing comprehensive management tools and financial support. Maldonado’s career is marked by his commitment to promoting innovation, sustainability, and economic development, equipping him with the skills and knowledge necessary to support the growth and success of startups and innovative companies.