Martín Martinez is a dynamic leader, ecosystem builder, and master of live experience. With 20 years of award-winning production behind him, he’s the creative and operational force behind some of Texas’ most iconic startup gatherings. As the Founding & Executive Director of Founder Institute Texas, Martín has grown a founder community across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, launching over 160 startups and helping raise more than $35M in early-stage capital.
Martín is also the Co-Executive Producer of FounderX, a global startup summit that has drawn attendees from over 41 countries—and helped position Texas as a new hub for international innovation. His event production chops run deep, from corporate activations with Google and Facebook to high-impact campaigns with Fortune 500s and mission-driven organizations.
