Speakers and Team – Innovation China Conference 2024

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Dr. Min Zhou

CEO, CM Venture Capital, SEIF Foundation Director

Dr. Min Zhou

CEO, CM Venture Capital, SEIF Foundation Director

Dr Min Zhou is the co-founder and CEO of CM Venture Capital, a Shanghai-based venture capital company focused on new materials, advanced manufacturing, digital industrial, energy and environment. CM Funds are backed by leading multinational companies including GE, Samsung, BASF, SABIC, Heraeus, Petronas, etc. Since establishing Fund I in 2012, CM Venture Capital has invested in dozens of hard-tech companies that are leading new industries of the future.

Takamasa Wakiki

Chairman & President, Mitsubishi Corp (Shanghai)

Takamasa Wakiki

Chairman & President, Mitsubishi Corp (Shanghai)

Mr Wakaki joined Mitsubishi Corporation in April 1992 after graduating from the University of Tokyo. He served at Mitsubishi Corporation’s Tokyo Livestock Department and Consumer Industry Department until 2011. From 2011-2015, Mr Wakaki served as the Deputy General Manager (Resident in Beijing), for COFCO Meat Investment Co., Ltd. From 2016-2020, he returned as the Director of Mitsubishi Corporation Tokyo Feed and Livestock Department. Mr Wakaki also served as the Business Investment Director, GCEO Office, Tokyo Food Industry Division, Mitsubishi Corporation from 2020-2021. From 2021-2023, Mr Wakaki was at Ito Ham Miku Holdings as its Executive Director and GM of the Meat Business Division (Resident). Beginning from April 2023, Mr Wakaki became Mitsubishi Corporation China’s Deputy General Representative, and Mitsubishi Corporation (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. Chairman and GM.

Yang Liangwei

Asst General Manager, Mitsubishi Corp (Shanghai)

Yang Liangwei

Asst General Manager, Mitsubishi Corp (Shanghai)

Mr Yang Liangwei is currently serving as the Assistant General Manager of Mitsubishi Corporation (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. Prior to this, he has held key positions in the machinery department of Mitsubishi Corporation and Chairman/General Manager of Mitsubishi Corporation, Dalian, China.

Anthony DeOrsey

Research Manager, Cleantech Group

Anthony DeOrsey

Research Manager, Cleantech Group

Anthony manages Cleantech Group’s research team, delivering critical insights on new cleantech innovation and opportunities for engagement to Cleantech Group’s clients in the industrial, investment, and policy communities. He is based in the U.S. Anthony joined Cleantech Group in late 2019 after over 8 years of work in US-China cross-border expansion consulting and start-up venture funding roles, including 5 years living in Shanghai. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from University of Rhode Island, a Masters in Sustainability from the Harvard Extension School, and he an MBA from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business.

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Dr. Min Zhou

Cheif Executive Officer

Dr. Min Zhou

Cheif Executive Officer

Min is the Co-founder and CEO of CM Venture Capital, a Shanghai-based venture capital company focused on new materials, advanced manufacturing, digital industrial, energy and environment. CM Funds are backed by leading multinational companies including GE, Samsung, BASF, SABIC, Heraeus, Petronas, etc. Since establishing Fund I in 2012, CM Venture Capital has invested in dozens of hard-tech companies that are leading new industries of the future. Prior to co-founding CM Venture Capital in 2010, Min had six years of investment experience in the US, first with Unilever Technology Ventures where she led investments in physical sciences, then with Silicon Valley Bank Capital, where she was responsible for FOF investments. Min is a scientist by training, she had six years of R&D and technology commercialization experience at Rockwell Scientific (now Teledyne) after earning a Ph.D. in materials science and engineering from University of Southern California. Min also earned MBA from the University of California at Los Angeles, and B.S. in materials science from Tsinghua University in Beijing, China.

Dr. Patrick Berbon

Managing Partner

Dr. Patrick Berbon

Managing Partner

Patrick has an extensive background in metallurgy, aerospace, power and cleantech industries.Before co-founding CM Venture Capital, Patrick was a Senior Consultant at Performance Improvement, a risk analysis and management company specialized in power industries. Patrick is an experienced entrepreneur in the advanced materials space. His prior start-up focuses on advanced nanograin aluminum alloys and its applications, the company was successfully listed on the Toronto Venture Exchange. Before his entrepreneurial ventures, Patrick was a Senior Scientist in Materials Science Division at Rockwell Scientific Inc. Patrick specializes in advanced materials and clean technologies, including renewable electricity generation, biofuels for transportation, green building, clean water, clean air, carbon dioxide emissions reduction, recyclable materials, sustainable foresting and agriculture, and energy efficiency.Patrick obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Southern California, M.S. from Tsinghua University (China) and M.S./B.S. from Ecole Centrale de Lyon (France), all in Materials Sciences. Patrick is a member of the Board of Directors of CTT (UK), Zenithnano, Enwise, Tetrels & Octadem.

Michelle Hua

Partner

Michelle Hua

Partner

Michelle has extensive experience in private equity investment and strategy consulting. Prior to joining CM Venture Capital, Michelle served as Director with Co-bridge Capital, where she led investments in companies in the fields of cleantech, advanced materials and IT service. Before that, Michelle was a strategy consultant with the Monitor Group and PRTM, where she advised clients on M&A, market entry, and operations strategy. Earlier in her career, Ms. Hua worked in Dell Computer and Nortel where she was involved in product development, strategic planning and operations management. Michelle earned an MBA from University of Michigan Business School, a Master degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Maryland, dual Bachelor degree in Material Science and Automation from Tsinghua University in Beijing, China. Michelle is on the board of iRock, Nanotop & Compound Semiconductor.

Dr. Jean-Claude Pierre

Partner (Europe)

Dr. Jean-Claude Pierre

Partner (Europe)

With decades of management and business experience in the chemical industry. Jean-Claude Pierre is a Venture Partner at CM Venture Capital. After starting as a chemical engineer with I.C.I. in England and developing the Ashland specialty Polymers business in Northern Europe, Jean-Claude spent seven years in the US and Germany with BASF where, among other roles, he led their venture capital division. From 2006 to 2015, Jean-Claude spent ten years in China in various managerial and consulting roles in the chemical sector. In 2015, Jean-Claude returned to the UK to lead Scott Bader, a $300m turnover global specialty chemicals company. He became chairman of MOF Technologies board of directors at the end 2022.

Xavier Wong

Marketing & Communications Director

Xavier Wong

Marketing & Communications Director

With over 25 years in the fast-paced advertising, creative, marketing & comms industry, Xavier's experience spans across top Fortune 500 companies. He was the Global Creative Director for Huawei from 2015-2021, overseeing 170 foreign markets and establishing its global brand identity. During his tenure, Huawei exceeded US$100bn in annual revenue, despite political crosswinds. Xavier had creative leadership roles at WPP and Omnicom groups: Ogilvy, Saatchi & Saatchi, FCB & DDB, supporting global brands such as Exxon Mobil, KFC, Coca Cola and more. He's served at a Singapore top property developer, CDL – a US$1bn company – strategizing its marketing goals. He was also the COO/Executive Producer for an east/west media platform RADII, to transform and build its content/brand strengths. A trail of creative awards follow him; from New York Festivals, London Advertising Festivals, US One Show and more. Many own expertise on one industry facet – rarely has any served so richly on agency/client sides, across east/west cultures, with a unique focus on technological innovation in the midst of constantly shifting global policies.

Mason Yin

Investment Associate

Mason Yin

Investment Associate

At CM Ventures, Mason researches and explores the fields of new energy and semiconductor materials. Mason graduated from the University of Nottingham, Ningbo, China with a bachelor's degree in Chemistry & Environmental Engineering. He also obtained a Masters in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Cornell University in the U.S. As an undergrad, he participated in material research and published multiple SCI papers, accumulating extensive experience in material research and expertise in chemical processes, environmental engineering, and materials.

Jesse Chen

Investment Associate

Jesse Chen

Investment Associate

Kathy Li

IR & Ecosystem Manager

Kathy Li

IR & Ecosystem Manager

Kathy graduated from The University of Western Australia and has entrepreneurial experience. She also has experience in private equity, deal sourcing, deal execution and underwriting.

Fiona Fu

Finance Manager

Fiona Fu

Finance Manager

Fiona Fu joined CM Venture in December 2020 starting as an administrative cashier, gradually advancing through the ranks. Prior, she was a tax accountant at Sinian Food for 3 years. She directly supports the enablement of financial goals for the company and she believes in the importance of efficiency, honesty, and integrity as core values. Her career philosophy is to complete every job with honesty and efficiency. She believes that real results are achieved by being down-to-earth and taking each step diligently. In her free time, her passion for life takes her hiking across China, enjoying different cultures and lifestyles.

Joy Chen

Accounting

Joy Chen

Accounting

Joy was formerly a financial supervisor in a tech startup, helping it grow from its earliest stages to profitability. She is always focused on innovation and improvement, exploring new financial management methods and tools. She attends industry conferences and training regularly to stay skilled and up-to-date with the latest policies.

Daisy Zhou

Administration

Daisy Zhou

Administration

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Speakers, Challenge Judges & Panelists

Dr. Min Zhou

Takamasa Wakiki

Yang Liangwei

Anthony DeOrsey

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Dr. Min Zhou

Dr. Patrick Berbon

Michelle Hua

Dr. Jean-Claude Pierre

Xavier Wong

Mason Yin

Jesse Chen

Kathy Li

Fiona Fu

Joy Chen

Daisy Zhou

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