Diego Vivas

Diego Vivas is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in innovation and product development. Currently serving as the Director of Joint Agile Product Development at European Computer Telecoms AG since April 2016, Diego has previously held the position of Innovation Manager at BMW Group, where a master thesis project focused on disrupting the automotive industry through startup accelerator best practices. Additional experience includes a research assistant role at the University of Strathclyde, aimed at establishing a national technology and innovation center in the UK, and positions as a Patent Consultant and Patent Specialist, where expertise in intellectual property management and consulting was developed. Diego holds multiple advanced degrees in Global Innovation Management from Hamburg University of Technology and the University of Strathclyde, complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Universidad de Los Andes.