Andrés Acuña is a dedicated professional with over 30 years of experience, including 25 years in the medical devices industry. He is currently the site director for Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies in Costa Rica, where he has successfully led the startup and ramp-up of operations. Acuña has also been part of multiple start-up and company expansions while holding leadership roles in engineering, operations, and management at companies such as Boston Scientific, Microport Orthopedics, Intel Corporation, and Baxter Healthcare. As an inspiring leader, Acuña is passionate about continuous improvement and developing his team to reach their fullest potential. He has a proven track record in talent attraction and retention, particularly in competitive environments. Acuña excels in strategic planning and execution, high-impact team building, and fostering a culture of excellence and innovation. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering from Kansas State University and an MBA from IESE Business School in Barcelona, Spain.