Jo Zhu
About Jo Zhu
Jo Zhu is the Director of Product & Growth at Matterport, with extensive experience in product innovation and development across B2B and B2C markets.
Current Role at Matterport
Jo Zhu holds the position of Director, Product & Growth at Matterport, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. In this role, Zhu has played a pivotal part in leading the launch of Matterport's mobile capture app for Android OS, significantly enhancing the company's mobile capabilities. Zhu also oversaw the development and release of Pro3, Matterport's fastest LiDAR camera, and introduced the first hands-free motor mount for precision 3D capture using smartphones, contributing to Matterport’s hardware and software innovations.
Professional Experience at Philips
Jo Zhu served as BU Business Leader (B2B & B2C) / Head of Product at Philips from 2019 to 2021. Located in the Greater Seattle Area, Zhu managed product innovation and development initiatives in both B2B and B2C markets, gaining valuable experience in leading product strategies and expanding the company's market reach.
Roles at L'Oréal
Jo Zhu's tenure at L'Oréal spanned several roles including Director of Product Management, Connected Device (2015-2019), Global Product Manager (2014-2015), and Group Product Manager at the APAC Innovation Hub (2011-2014). During these years, Zhu was based in various locations such as Seattle and Shanghai, focusing on developing and managing product lines, driving innovation in connected devices, and leading product strategies across the Asia-Pacific region.
Educational Background
Jo Zhu completed an Executive Program at MIT Sloan School of Management and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (OSE) from Fudan University. Additionally, Zhu achieved a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering with First-Class Honors from the University of Birmingham, and a Master of Science in Marketing & Advertising, Distinguished, from The Chinese University of Hong Kong.
Co-Founder of YH Yacht Investment Co., Ltd
From 2010 to 2011, Jo Zhu co-founded YH Yacht Investment Co., Ltd., a start-up company. This entrepreneurial venture provided Zhu with hands-on experience in establishing and managing a company, allowing for a deeper understanding of business operations and growth strategies in a start-up environment.