Soona Lee Bernstein
About Soona Lee Bernstein
Soona Lee Bernstein serves as the Partner Program Lead at Kodiak Robotics, bringing extensive experience in regulatory compliance and strategy from her previous roles at EROAD and the New Zealand Treasury.
Work at Kodiak Robotics
Soona Lee Bernstein currently serves as the Partner Program Lead at Kodiak Robotics, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on developing and managing partnerships that enhance the company's operational capabilities within the autonomous trucking industry. Her work involves collaborating with various stakeholders to implement advanced technology solutions, ensuring that Kodiak Robotics remains competitive in the evolving transportation landscape.
Previous Experience at EROAD
Soona Lee Bernstein has extensive experience at EROAD, where she held multiple roles over a span of several years. She worked as a Senior Analyst in Strategy & Market Development from 2013 to 2015, followed by a position as Regulatory Compliance Manager from 2016 to 2017 in the Portland, Oregon area. She then advanced to the role of Director of Regulatory Compliance, serving from 2017 to 2022 in Tualatin, Oregon. Her tenure at EROAD provided her with significant insights into regulatory compliance and market strategies within the transportation sector.
Education and Expertise
Soona Lee Bernstein earned her BA/LLB and BCom Honours First Class from the University of Auckland, where she studied Economics, Political Studies, and Law from 2005 to 2010. Her educational background equips her with a robust understanding of both legal frameworks and economic principles, which she applies to her work in business strategy and compliance. Bernstein's expertise also includes integrating advanced technology solutions in the trucking industry and navigating complex regulatory environments.
Background in Government Affairs
Before her roles at EROAD, Soona Lee Bernstein worked as an Analyst at the New Zealand Treasury from 2011 to 2013. This experience provided her with a strong foundation in government affairs, enhancing her ability to navigate regulatory landscapes. Her skills in this area are critical for her current work in the trucking sector, where understanding government regulations is essential for successful technology implementation and compliance.
Team Building and Leadership Skills
Soona Lee Bernstein demonstrates strong team-building abilities, which are essential for leading cross-functional teams in technology implementation projects. Her experience across various roles has allowed her to cultivate these skills, enabling her to effectively manage diverse teams and drive collaborative efforts towards achieving organizational goals.