Yifan Lu
About Yifan Lu
Yifan Lu serves as the Chief of Staff to the President and CEO at Motional, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in strategic partnerships, market development, and urban mobility, with previous roles at organizations such as Populus, the City of Boston, and J.P. Morgan.
Current Role at Motional
Yifan Lu serves as the Chief of Staff to the President & CEO at Motional, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for supporting the executive leadership team in strategic initiatives and operational management. His work is based in Boston, Massachusetts, where he contributes to the company's mission of advancing autonomous vehicle technology.
Previous Experience in Market Development
Prior to his current role, Yifan Lu worked at Motional in Market Development for five months in 2021. During this time, he focused on identifying and developing market opportunities for the company’s autonomous vehicle solutions, contributing to the growth of the organization in a competitive landscape.
Experience in Strategic Partnerships at Populus
Yifan Lu was employed at Populus as a Strategic Partnerships professional from 2020 to 2021. His role involved building and managing partnerships that align with Populus's goals in urban mobility, enhancing the company's outreach and collaborative efforts in the field.
Background in Urban Mechanics
Before his tenure at Populus, Yifan Lu worked at the City of Boston in the Mayor's Office of New Urban Mechanics from 2019 to 2020. His work focused on innovative urban solutions, contributing to projects aimed at improving city infrastructure and community engagement.
Educational Background
Yifan Lu holds a Bachelor of Science in Statistics from Cornell University. He furthered his education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he earned a Master's in Business Administration. His academic background provides him with a strong foundation in data analysis and business strategy.