Touraj Parang
About Touraj Parang
Touraj Parang serves as President and Chief Operating Officer at Serve Robotics, where he has significantly contributed to the company's growth and development since 2021. He has a diverse background in corporate development, venture capital, and law, with previous roles at notable companies such as GoDaddy and Earlybird Venture Capital.
Current Role at Serve Robotics
Touraj Parang serves as the President, Chief Operating Officer, and Board Member at Serve Robotics since 2021. In this role, he has led the company through significant developments, including a successful reverse merger in 2023, ensuring compliance with SEC filings. Under his leadership, Serve Robotics has evolved from an Uber spinoff into a prominent player in the robotic delivery industry. He has also spearheaded initiatives that secured over $50 million in funding from strategic investors, including Uber and Nvidia.
Previous Experience in Venture Capital and Corporate Development
Prior to his current position, Touraj Parang held various roles in venture capital and corporate development. He worked as a Principal at Earlybird Venture Capital from 2000 to 2003. Later, he served as Vice President of Strategy & Corporate Development at Webs from 2009 to 2012, contributing to its sale to Vistaprint in December 2011. He also held the position of Vice President of Business & Corporate Development at GoDaddy from 2014 to 2021, where he played a key role in business growth.
Legal Background and Corporate Transactions
Touraj Parang has a solid foundation in law, having worked as a Corporate Transactions Attorney at O'Melveny & Myers from 2004 to 2005 and as an Associate at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati from 1999 to 2000. His legal expertise has been instrumental in navigating complex corporate transactions throughout his career.
Educational Background
Touraj Parang studied at Stanford University, where he earned an A.B. in Economics and Philosophy from 1992 to 1996. He furthered his education at Yale Law School, obtaining a J.D. from 1996 to 1999. His academic background has provided him with a strong analytical foundation that supports his work in business and law.
Contributions to the Startup Ecosystem
In addition to his roles at Serve Robotics, Touraj Parang has made significant contributions to the startup ecosystem. He has been an Operating Advisor at Pear VC since 2014, providing guidance to emerging companies. He co-founded Jaxtr, which was sold to Sabse Technologies in June 2009, and served as the Founding Chief Operating Officer at UpCounsel, Inc. from 2013 to 2015, further showcasing his commitment to fostering innovation.