Tuesday, 09 September 2025 at Noon | 490 Cory Hall
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Yuguang Yuan
CEO/Co-Founder | Maxinsights
Host: Zihan Wang, BSAC Seminar Committee
ABSTRACT
Drawing from my experience as an MBA student at UC Berkeley Haas and my collaborations with two renowned Berkeley professors, I will share insights on bridging cutting-edge research and real-world applications through technology commercialization. This talk will explore the process of identifying market opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and transforming academic innovations into viable products. I will also discuss the commercialization journey of my own company, from early-stage technology validation to securing customers and scaling operations, highlighting key lessons learned in navigating both academic and industry collaborations. Attendees will gain practical strategies for moving from research to market impact, while fostering mutually beneficial relationships between innovators, investors, and industry partners.
BIO
Yuguang Yuan is a seasoned leader with a proven track record across corporate, entrepreneurial, and academic settings. As a successful startup entrepreneur, he has built ventures from the ground up, achieving rapid growth, market leadership, and multiple technology breakthroughs, while securing top-tier investment. His corporate career includes leading large-scale global projects, managing $50M–$100M product portfolios, and transforming traditional manufacturing into smart, efficient operations. An MBA graduate from UC Berkeley Haas, Yuguang combines strategic vision with deep technical expertise, excelling at turning innovations into scalable, market-ready solutions. His experience spans building high-performance teams, forging partnerships, and delivering lasting business impact.
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