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Investor and Co-Founder
Jan 2020
KalaVita is a next-generation natural gummy supplement brand. We aim to optimize your daily health and wellness with innovation, simplicity, and delight. No artificial flavors, no frivolous extras- just science-backed with premium natural ingredients. We are deliciously gluten-free, sugar-free, and vegan!
Board Observer
Nov 2018
WeRide is a global leading company that develops Level 4 autonomous driving technologies, bringing smart cities with new products, new business model and new experience.
WeRide has received strategic investments from top-tier global automakers, including Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance and Yutong Group. WeRide is the first startup in the world that holds driverless test permits in both China and the US.
Through strategic alliances with car makers, mobility and logistics service platforms, WeRide offers an all-rounded product mix of Robotaxi, Mini Robobus and Robovan to provide multiple services including online ride-hailing, on-demand transport and urban logistics.
WeRide launched China’s first Robotaxi service, completely open to public, in November 2019, in Guangzhou, China, covering an area of 144 square kilometers. WeRide has also conducted commercial pilot operations and fully driverless testing for Mini Robobus and Robovan.
Established in 2017, WeRide is headquartered in Guangzhou, China, and maintains R&D and operation centers in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Nanjing, Wuhan, Zhengzhou and Anqing, as well as San Jose in the US. It employs a highly skilled team of over 800 employees around the globe and has extensive domestic and international experience in R&D, business development and operations.
Board Observer
Jul 2018
Tekion is redefining automotive retail with an end-to-end, AI-native platform purpose-built for the industry. With AI built into every workflow, Tekion delivers intelligent automation, real-time insights, and advanced decision support—driving measurable efficiency, revenue, and modern consumer experiences.
As the first and fastest cloud-native platform for automotive, Tekion unites OEMs, dealers, partners, and consumers through its revolutionary suite of solutions: Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC) for retailers, Automotive Enterprise Cloud (AEC) for manufacturers and large enterprises, and Automotive Partner Cloud (APC) for technology and industry partners. Together, these offerings connect the entire ecosystem on a single, AI-native platform that empowers teams to operate smarter, serve faster, and scale more profitably.
With AI-powered, cloud-native technology, Tekion is enabling the most seamless, transparent, and profitable retail experiences in the industry—helping automotive businesses transform how they operate today and prepare for what’s next.
Investor
Jun 2017
Whether it’s an everyday commute or a journey that changes everything, Lyft is driven by our purpose: to serve and connect. In 2012, Lyft was founded as one of the first ridesharing communities in the United States. Now, millions of drivers have chosen to earn on billions of rides. Lyft offers rideshare, bikes, and scooters all in one app — for a more connected world, with transportation for everyone.
Investor
Feb 2017
We’re the world’s first connected carsharing marketplace, on a mission toward empowering people to carshare everywhere. We developed the world’s first connected device for carsharing, which allows users to rent, find, and unlock Getaround cars using the Getaround app.
Investor
Jun 2015
SAIC Capital is a corporate venture capital firm formed in 2014. Its purpose is to establish SAIC as a major player in developing leading-edge technology for the transportation industry. It is located on Sand Hill Road in Menlo Park, California, at the heart of Silicon Valley.
SAIC Capital makes early and growth stage investments of between $1 million and $20 million in high-potential companies.
Areas of investment include:
- Alternative energy solutions
- Durable, lighter materials
- Human Machine Interaction (HMI)
- Autonomous driving
- Connected Vehicles (IoT)
- Energy, Fuel and powertrain
- Big Data
- Aftermarket product and disruptive business models
Experience · 9 entries
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Investments (6)
Founder (2)
Board (2)
2020
Investor and Co-Founder
Jan 2020
KalaVita is a next-generation natural gummy supplement brand. We aim to optimize your daily health and wellness with innovation, simplicity, and delight. No artificial flavors, no frivolous extras- just science-backed with premium natural ingredients. We are deliciously gluten-free, sugar-free, and vegan!
2018
Board Observer
Nov 2018
WeRide is a global leading company that develops Level 4 autonomous driving technologies, bringing smart cities with new products, new business model and new experience.
WeRide has received strategic investments from top-tier global automakers, including Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance and Yutong Group. WeRide is the first startup in the world that holds driverless test permits in both China and the US.
Through strategic alliances with car makers, mobility and logistics service platforms, WeRide offers an all-rounded product mix of Robotaxi, Mini Robobus and Robovan to provide multiple services including online ride-hailing, on-demand transport and urban logistics.
WeRide launched China’s first Robotaxi service, completely open to public, in November 2019, in Guangzhou, China, covering an area of 144 square kilometers. WeRide has also conducted commercial pilot operations and fully driverless testing for Mini Robobus and Robovan.
Established in 2017, WeRide is headquartered in Guangzhou, China, and maintains R&D and operation centers in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Nanjing, Wuhan, Zhengzhou and Anqing, as well as San Jose in the US. It employs a highly skilled team of over 800 employees around the globe and has extensive domestic and international experience in R&D, business development and operations.
Board Observer
Jul 2018
Tekion is redefining automotive retail with an end-to-end, AI-native platform purpose-built for the industry. With AI built into every workflow, Tekion delivers intelligent automation, real-time insights, and advanced decision support—driving measurable efficiency, revenue, and modern consumer experiences.
As the first and fastest cloud-native platform for automotive, Tekion unites OEMs, dealers, partners, and consumers through its revolutionary suite of solutions: Automotive Retail Cloud (ARC) for retailers, Automotive Enterprise Cloud (AEC) for manufacturers and large enterprises, and Automotive Partner Cloud (APC) for technology and industry partners. Together, these offerings connect the entire ecosystem on a single, AI-native platform that empowers teams to operate smarter, serve faster, and scale more profitably.
With AI-powered, cloud-native technology, Tekion is enabling the most seamless, transparent, and profitable retail experiences in the industry—helping automotive businesses transform how they operate today and prepare for what’s next.
Principal
Apr 2018
Groupe Renault, Nissan Motor and Mitsubishi Motors represent the world’s largest automotive alliance. It is the longest-lasting and most productive cross-cultural partnership in the auto industry. Together, the partners sold more than 10.6 million vehicles in nearly 200 countries in 2017. The member companies are focused on collaboration and maximizing synergies to boost competitiveness. They have strategic collaborations with other automotive groups, including Germany’s Daimler and China’s Dongfeng. This strategic alliance is the industry leader in zero-emission vehicles and is developing the latest advanced technologies, with plans to offer autonomous drive, connectivity features and services on a wide range of affordable vehicles..
2017
Investor
Jun 2017
Whether it’s an everyday commute or a journey that changes everything, Lyft is driven by our purpose: to serve and connect. In 2012, Lyft was founded as one of the first ridesharing communities in the United States. Now, millions of drivers have chosen to earn on billions of rides. Lyft offers rideshare, bikes, and scooters all in one app — for a more connected world, with transportation for everyone.
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