Yuting(annie) Song
About Yuting(annie) Song
Yuting (Annie) Song is a Senior Analyst at Plug and Play Tech Center, specializing in global venture investments since 2018. She has a strong academic background with degrees from Zhejiang University, University of Southern California, and New York University, and has experience in connecting entrepreneurs with Fortune 500 companies.
Work at Plug and Play Tech Center
Yuting Song has served as a Senior Analyst - Global Venture at Plug and Play Tech Center since 2018. In this role, she connects entrepreneurs with Fortune 500 companies to support startup growth. Her focus includes sourcing startups for potential investment, particularly in the IoT, Mobility, AgTech, and Healthcare sectors. Her experience at Plug and Play has allowed her to work closely with emerging companies and established corporations, fostering innovation and collaboration.
Previous Experience in Venture Capital
Prior to her current position, Yuting worked as a Student Venture Analyst at the Lloyd Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies at USC Marshall. This role lasted for 11 months in 2019, where she contributed to the USC Venture Capital Fund. Her experience in venture capital has equipped her with insights into startup evaluation and investment strategies.
Educational Background
Yuting Song holds a Bachelor's degree in International Economics and Trade from Zhejiang University, where she studied from 2009 to 2013. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Investment & Entrepreneurship from the University of Southern California, completing this program from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she earned a Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) in Finance from New York University, which she attended from 2013 to 2015.
Professional Roles Before Current Position
Before joining Plug and Play Tech Center, Yuting worked as an Accountant at APX, Inc. from 2015 to 2017. She also served as an MBA Graduate Teaching Assistant at the University of Southern California from 2019 to 2020. These roles provided her with a diverse skill set in finance, accounting, and education, contributing to her analytical capabilities in the venture capital field.
Investment Focus and Strategy
Yuting Song prefers to invest in startups at the Series A stage and beyond. Her investment strategy emphasizes sourcing startups within the IoT, Mobility, AgTech, and Healthcare industries. This focus allows her to identify innovative companies with potential for growth and scalability.