Will Liu
About Will Liu
Will Liu serves as the Head of Finance at Motion since 2023, bringing extensive experience from his previous role at Allbirds where he held various positions in Strategic Finance. He has a strong educational background, graduating summa cum laude with a Master's in Economics from the University of Southern California.
Work at Motion
Will Liu serves as the Head of Finance at Motion, a company that is part of Y Combinator's Winter 2020 cohort. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the financial strategy and operations of the organization. His role involves overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and financial analysis to support Motion's growth objectives.
Previous Experience at Allbirds
Prior to joining Motion, Will Liu worked at Allbirds, where he held several positions in Strategic Finance. He served as Head of Global FP&A and Corporate Development for 8 months in 2022, after progressing through roles as Senior Manager, Manager, and Senior Analyst in Strategic Finance from 2019 to 2022. During his tenure, he led the implementation of financial planning and budgeting models and collaborated with various departments to enhance financial operations.
Background in Investment Banking
Will Liu began his career at J.P. Morgan, where he worked in Investment Banking from 2016 to 2019. His responsibilities included advising companies on mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, and other capital financing transactions. This experience provided him with a strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic advisory.
Education and Academic Achievements
Will Liu earned a Master's Degree in Economics from the University of Southern California, where he studied from 2015 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics and Business Administration (Finance) from USC Marshall School of Business, graduating summa cum laude in 2016. During his undergraduate studies, he was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa chapter, recognizing his academic excellence.
High School Education
Will Liu completed his high school education at Punahou School, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. This institution is known for its rigorous academic programs and emphasis on holistic education.