Sergio V.
About Sergio V.
Sergio V. serves as the Senior Manager of Corporate Venturing at Murata, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in mechanical engineering and extensive experience in managing open innovation programs and portfolio management across various emerging technologies.
Work at Murata
Sergio V. has been serving as the Senior Manager of Corporate Venturing at Murata since 2021. In this role, he focuses on proof of concept (POC) and non-recurring engineering (NRE) projects. His responsibilities include managing open innovation programs and overseeing portfolio management, particularly in emerging technologies such as DeepTech, CleanTech, MedTech, Semiconductor, 6G, and AI. His work contributes to the strategic direction of Murata's corporate venturing initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Sergio V. holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from San Diego State University. He also completed a Master's in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business. Additionally, he participated in the Venture Capital Unlocked: Deal Camp program at UC Berkeley School of Law, where he passed the course in 2017. His educational background supports his expertise in managing open innovation programs and portfolio management.
Background
Sergio V. has a diverse professional background with experience in various roles. He worked at Progeny Systems Corp. as a Mechanical Systems Engineer in Product Management for seven years. He then transitioned to Wells Fargo, where he served as a VP, Relationship Manager/Portfolio Manager for two years. Following this, he held positions at Autotech Ventures and A3Ventures, where he focused on corporate venturing and investment strategies.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Murata, Sergio V. held several significant positions. He was a Global Portfolio Manager at ResMed from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he worked as an Associate at Autotech Ventures and as Principal at A3Ventures. His roles involved managing investments and developing corporate strategies, which provided him with a strong foundation in corporate venturing activities, including startup investments and joint development projects.
Achievements in Corporate Venturing
Sergio V. is actively involved in corporate venturing activities that encompass startup investments, limited partnership placements, and joint development projects. His role at Murata and previous positions have allowed him to engage with emerging technologies and innovative business models, contributing to the growth and strategic initiatives of the organizations he has been part of.