Kelly Peng
About Kelly Peng
Kelly Peng is the Founder, CEO, and Co-CTO of Kura, where she has worked since 2019. She also serves as an angel investor and advisor for various startups and conducts nano-fabrication research at Stanford University.
Work at Kura
Kelly Peng serves as the Founder, CEO, and Co-CTO at Kura since 2019. Under her leadership, Kura has established itself in the San Francisco Bay Area, focusing on innovative solutions in technology. Her role encompasses strategic decision-making, product development, and overseeing the company's operational functions.
Current Roles and Investments
In addition to her role at Kura, Kelly Peng has been involved with various startups as an Angel Investor and Advisor since 2019. She provides mentorship and strategic guidance to emerging companies, leveraging her extensive experience in technology and engineering. Furthermore, she has been an Ambassador for The AAT Project (America’s Amazing Teens) since 2016, promoting youth engagement and innovation.
Education and Expertise
Kelly Peng holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley. She also studied Computer Science, Mathematics, Neuroscience, and Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign before transferring. Additionally, she has pursued advanced studies at Stanford University in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
Professional Background
Kelly Peng has a diverse professional background in engineering and technology. She has worked as an Electronics and Optics Research Engineer at Corning Incorporated and as an Avionics Engineer at rLoop Incorporated. Her experience also includes roles at the Exploratorium and Cognitive Technology Group at UC Berkeley, where she focused on AI algorithms and sensor hardware.
Achievements in Research and Development
Since 2017, Kelly has been a Nano-fabrication Researcher at Stanford University, contributing to advancements in nanotechnology. Her previous work includes positions as a Radio Astronomy Research Engineer and various engineering roles in projects related to solar vehicles and flying car prototypes. She has also completed certifications in Optical Lens Design and Operating System Programming.