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Andres Jimenez Zorrilla

Andres Jimenez Zorrilla

Philanthropic consultant focusing on farm animal welfare and AI safety

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Ciudad de México, México
Joined September 2025
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Shrimp Welfare Project

Summary

Andres Jimenez Zorrilla is a dedicated advocate for effective altruism, having transitioned from a long career in finance to focus on high-impact philanthropy. He is particularly passionate about animal welfare, especially for highly neglected species like shrimp, where he identified a significant opportunity for impact through evidence-based interventions. effectivealtruism+2
As co-founder and former CEO of the Shrimp Welfare Project, Andres has been instrumental in leading efforts to improve the welfare of farmed shrimp. His work involves direct corporate engagement, such as the Humane Slaughter Initiative which aims to introduce electrical stunning technology to shrimp farms, potentially impacting billions of animals annually. He also supports farmers in India to adopt higher welfare practices. effectivealtruism+1
Andres leverages his strong background in finance and private equity, having held roles at Morgan Stanley, Qatar Investment Authority, and Aermont Capital, to bring a data-driven and strategic approach to philanthropic endeavors. He applies his business acumen to evaluate and implement cost-effective interventions in the animal welfare space. 80000hours+1
He is actively involved in the broader effective altruism community, contributing to discussions on platforms like the EA Forum and participating in events to raise awareness and foster collaboration on critical issues like farm animal welfare and AI safety. His current role as a Philanthropic Consultant at Open Philanthropy further underscores his commitment to these causes. effectivealtruism+2

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Two Years of Shrimp Welfare Project: Insights and Impact from our Explore Phase

September 1, 2023

A comprehensive post summarizing the work, achievements, and future plans of the Shrimp Welfare Project, including corporate engagement, farmer support, research, and raising issue salience. Co-authored with Aaron Boddy.

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Andrés Jiménez Zorrilla on the Shrimp Welfare Project

September 1, 2022

An interview discussing the founding of the Shrimp Welfare Project, the evidence for shrimp sentience, the scale of the problem in shrimp farming, and the organization's strategy. Published on the 80,000 Hours After Hours podcast.

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Andrés Jiménez Zorrilla

A personal story on the Effective Altruism website detailing his transition from a finance career to co-founding the Shrimp Welfare Project, driven by the principles of effective altruism.

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