Arezu A.
About Arezu A.
Arezu A. serves as the Corporate Innovation and Ventures Lead at Plug and Play Tech Center, where she leverages her extensive background in product design and engineering. With multiple degrees and a history of successful startups, she has established herself as a leader in innovative solutions and corporate innovation.
Work at Plug and Play Tech Center
Currently, Arezu A. serves as the Corporate Innovation and Ventures Lead at Plug and Play Tech Center, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she focuses on driving innovation initiatives and fostering partnerships that enhance the center's mission of supporting startups and corporations in their growth and development.
Education and Expertise
Arezu A. has a diverse educational background, having studied at multiple prestigious institutions. She earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley, in Applied Mathematics and Civil Engineering, along with a Certification in Entrepreneurship and Technology. She also holds a Master's degree in Engineering/Industrial Management from Duke University and has furthered her studies in Management Information Systems at UC Berkeley. Additionally, she participated in an Italian Immersion Program at the UC Accent Center in Florence, Italy.
Background
Arezu A. has extensive experience in product design, technology management, and user experience research. She began her career at the Berkeley Institute of Design as a User Experience Researcher, focusing on haptic and audio design for wearable devices. Over the years, she has held various roles, including Technology Manager at Deloitte Consulting and Product Marketing and Research positions at Nissan Motor Corporation and OpenX.
Achievements
Arezu A. has been recognized as a 25-time hackathon winner, demonstrating her exceptional problem-solving skills and creativity in technology-driven environments. She has published research in augmented reality, sound, and haptics for wearables, contributing to advancements in these fields. Her leadership experience includes managing corporate innovation accelerators for major companies such as Meta and Red Bull Media House.
Current Ventures and Startups
In addition to her role at Plug and Play Tech Center, Arezu A. is a co-founder of MetaMural, a startup focused on innovative product development. She also serves as an advisor at ai LIFE Inc. and holds a senior management position at Crea Inc., where she oversees strategic partnerships and portfolio management.