As a Corporate Innovation Manager for Orbit Startups at SOSV, Chen Lu helps Fortune 500 companies forge strategic partnerships with startups to identify opportunities for open innovation programs. Her primary responsibilities include facilitating communications, promoting strategic alignment, and managing projects.

Prior to joining Orbit Startups, Chen worked as a Business Coordinator for an international trade company that specialized in iron ore and steel products. She also has work experience in the consulting industry, Chinese government, and nonprofit organizations.

Chen holds a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from Georgetown University and a Bachelor’s Degree in International Economics and Trade from The University of Nottingham Ningbo China.