Yang Liu
About Yang Liu
Yang Liu is the VP of Business Applications at Coupa Software and has extensive experience in technology strategy, governance, and IT compliance.
Title
Yang Liu holds the position of Vice President of Business Applications at Coupa Software. In this role since 2017, he is responsible for overseeing Identity and Access management, alongside leading the company's IT compliance initiatives.
Current Roles
Yang Liu is currently working at three distinct organizations. At Coupa Software, he serves as the VP of Business Applications since 2017 in San Mateo, California. Concurrently, he holds the role of Senior Director of Technology Strategy & Governance at Fluence in San Francisco, California since 2023. Additionally, he is the Revenue Automation Director for PwC, focusing on Silicon Valley, a role he has held since 2015.
Previous Roles
Yang Liu has an extensive background with PwC, where he worked in various capacities over different periods. He served as Technology Assurance Oracle Manager from 2010 to 2012 in London, United Kingdom. Before this, he was an IT Auditor/Senior Associate from 2008 to 2011 and an IT Auditor/Associate from 2005 to 2008, both in the San Francisco Bay Area. Earlier in his career, he interned at New United Motor Manufacturing Inc, focusing on Finance and IT from 2004 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Yang Liu studied at San Jose State University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology and Finance. His academic background laid the foundation for his expertise in IT audits, enterprise applications, technology strategy, and governance. His role at Coupa Software involved managing enterprise applications for a Nasdaq listed company, adding to his extensive experience.
Leadership at PwC
Yang Liu held multiple leadership roles at PwC, reflecting his extensive experience in the consulting industry. His tenure included managing technology assurance and IT audit roles, highlighting his capability in handling complex technology and compliance projects. This experience has played a pivotal role in shaping his career in IT governance and strategy.