Marcos Ayestarán
About Marcos Ayestarán
Marcos Ayestarán is the Head of Staffing and Global Operations at Scale AI, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in project management and leadership roles across various companies, including EnDriven and Agilis, and holds advanced degrees from Stanford University.
Work at ScaleAI
Marcos Ayestarán has been employed at Scale AI since 2021, initially serving as a Strategic Project Manager. In 2022, he transitioned to the role of Head of Pilots, where he worked for 11 months. In 2023, he assumed the position of Head of Staffing and Global Operations. His responsibilities include overseeing staffing strategies and managing global operations to enhance the company's efficiency.
Previous Experience at EnDriven
Ayestarán held multiple positions at EnDriven from 2007 to 2017. He began as an Analyst, progressing to Project Leader and then to Business Development Manager. He served as Director for one year. His tenure at EnDriven involved significant contributions to project management and business development initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Marcos Ayestarán earned a Master of Science in Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources from Stanford University from 2014 to 2016. He also obtained a Master of Business Administration from Stanford University Graduate School of Business during the same period. Earlier, he studied Industrial Engineering at Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires from 2003 to 2007. His educational background supports his expertise in strategic project management and operations.
Leadership Roles and Achievements
Ayestarán has held various leadership roles, including CEO of Agilis from 2018 to 2019, where he led fundraising efforts that secured a Series A investment. He also multiplied the headcount at Agilis, growing the team significantly. Additionally, he served as Chief Financial Officer at Caspr Biotech for nine months and was involved in hiring C-level executives at Prana Gas.
Teaching and Mentorship Experience
Marcos Ayestarán has experience in academia, having served as a professor at ITBA from 2008 to 2014. He taught business development, sharing his industry knowledge with students. His involvement in educational settings reflects his commitment to mentorship and knowledge transfer in the business field.