Hongwei Liu
About Hongwei Liu
Hongwei Liu is the CEO of Mappedin, a company specializing in indoor mapping solutions. He has held various leadership roles, including advisory positions at The Forge McMaster and Intellectual Property Ontario, and is currently a founding member of Innovator Network of Canada.
Current Role at Mappedin
Hongwei Liu serves as the CEO of Mappedin, a company he founded that specializes in developing user-friendly indoor mapping solutions. Under his leadership since 2011, Mappedin has focused on enhancing the navigation experience within physical spaces through innovative web technology. The company is located at 410 Albert St, Waterloo, Canada.
Previous Experience at The Forge McMaster
From 2016 to 2018, Hongwei Liu was an Advisory Board Member at The Forge McMaster in Hamilton, Ontario. During his two-year tenure, he contributed to the organization’s mission of supporting entrepreneurs and fostering innovation within the community.
Board Membership at Intellectual Property Ontario
Hongwei Liu served as a Board Member at Intellectual Property Ontario from 2022 to 2024. His involvement in this role focused on guiding the organization in its efforts to enhance the understanding and management of intellectual property in Ontario, Canada.
Educational Background
Hongwei Liu completed his high school education at Lisgar Collegiate Institute, where he earned his High School Diploma. He further pursued higher education at the University of Waterloo, obtaining a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) degree in Electrical Engineering.
Experience at BlackBerry
Prior to his current roles, Hongwei Liu worked at BlackBerry as an RF Engineer from 2010 to 2011. In this position, he was part of the radio-frequency lab, where he contributed to advancements in RF technology, enhancing the company's product offerings.