Marcelino Diaz

Marcelino Diaz is currently a Venture Analyst specializing in Real Estate and Construction Tech at Plug and Play Ventures. He earned his undergraduate degree from San Jose State University in 2018 before transitioning into the venture capital and corporate innovation sector. In his analytical capacity, Diaz evaluates early-stage startups and facilitates strategic partnerships between emerging technology founders and established corporate entities across the global market. He actively participates in industry dialogues regarding Construction 4.0 and smart city development, notably serving as a featured speaker at the ConTech 2021 conference and participating in FuturePlace industry events. Since beginning his career, he has built a professional network dedicated to bridging the gap between agile entrepreneurs and large-scale construction firms. Diaz maintains a primary focus on driving technological advancement within the built environment by directing venture investments toward innovative property platforms.