Technology Coverage.Selected Transactions:+ $230mm IPO raise for semiconductor firm focusing on delivering breakthrough Serializer-Deserializer (SerDes) IP and interconnect solutions that scale bandwidth and deliver end-to-end signal integrity in next-generation platforms + $150mm IPO raise for adtech firm providing the leading omniscreen advertising and measurement solution in the connected TV (CTV) market + $125mm private placement for industry-leading cloud travel & payments tech provider

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Self-driving cars.

Chanje is on a mission to electrify the last mile by replacing old and dirty diesel engines with electric mobility. As an early core employee in the company, I've led initiatives in Fundraising, Engineering, Supply Chain and Operations. Deliverables spanned building DCF models for investors to leading the global launch of the company's first product. This culminated in a 1000 unit purchase order from FedEx, one of the largest commercial electric vehicle orders in history at the time.

After leading two successful vehicle launch programs, I was recruited to join a newly formed Systems Engineering organization to help develop the Occupant Protection Systems Engineering department. This was a cross-functional role that engaged with many stakeholders including program management, core engineering, quality and manufacturing.

As part of the Ford College Graduate program, I had the great opportunity to rotate through various departments within the Product Development organization. The cross-functional nature of the program helped diversify my skill set and develop additional lenses in which I can view the business. This culminated with being selected as the electrical launch lead for one of Ford's most profitable programs.