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Jeep is a seasoned leader, strategic thinker, and advocate for global impact economies. With over 20 years of expertise in driving the formation, growth, and market success of technology-based organizations across various countries, Jeep’s career is marked by a unique blend of experience in governance, business strategy, leadership, and a global mindset. She thrives in entrepreneurial environments and is celebrated for her ability to navigate and lead organizations toward sustainable growth and impactful outcomes.
A Career Focused on Global Impact
Jeep’s multi-industry career paths are woven together by one overarching theme: creating global impact. Her professional journey has taken her from working with Ministries of Finance in emerging economies across South America, Africa, and Asia to pioneering Android-based tablets for global education initiatives and launching an impact venture investment firm in Latin America. Her guiding principle has always been that “financial returns are necessary but not sufficient; impact returns are also required.” This philosophy has consistently yielded positive results across multiple industries and economies throughout her career.
As an economist at The World Bank, Jeep provided critical support to governments, helping them design and implement financial strategies that foster economic growth and development. In her role as a senior executive at Intel and various pre-IPO technology companies, she was instrumental in launching and scaling transformative products, demonstrating her deep understanding of market dynamics and strategic execution.
Specialties and Areas of Expertise
Jeep’s industry expertise spans several key sectors, including Climate Tech, Deep Tech, B2B Enterprise, Education, Healthcare, Food & Beverage, and Financial Services. She has held leadership positions across Fortune 100 firms, pre-IPO growth companies, and early to mid-stage startups (Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A, and B). Her career has equipped her with a profound understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by businesses at different stages of their growth journey.
A strong advocate for impact economies, Jeep excels in aligning business strategies with sustainable and social outcomes. She also brings a deep knowledge of governance and leadership, offering valuable insights and strategic guidance to both established companies and emerging startups.
Teaching and Mentorship
Beyond her corporate and entrepreneurial roles, Jeep is dedicated to teaching and coaching the next generation of leaders. She lectures on venture capital investment courses as part of the Sustainable & Impact Finance Curriculum at the Haas School of Business, UC Berkeley. Her commitment to education extends to advising founders and CEOs at The Alchemist Accelerator and the UCSF Digital Health Hub Foundation programs in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she provides guidance on scaling innovative ventures.
Leadership and Advisory Roles
Jeep’s leadership extends beyond the boardroom, with active involvement in several influential organizations. Her board work includes serving on the boards of:
• Final Aim
• AHEAD Medicine
• The Circulate Initiative, founded by Circulate Capital
• The Intel Alumni Network
In addition, Jeep serves as the Global Ambassador to 48 Asia-Pacific countries for Skydeck UC Berkeley, where she plays a pivotal role in fostering international collaboration and innovation. Her leadership within these roles highlights her dedication to creating meaningful connections and empowering others to drive change on a global scale.
A Passion for Gourmet Food and Life
In her downtime, Jeep enjoys exploring gourmet food experiences, blending her love for culinary delights with her passion for connecting cultures through shared experiences. Her ability to find joy in life’s simple pleasures, while simultaneously tackling complex global challenges, is a testament to her well-rounded approach to leadership and impact.
A Legacy of Impact and Leadership
Jeep’s career exemplifies a commitment to creating global impact through strategic business initiatives, impactful investments, and innovative technologies. Her extensive experience in leadership roles across diverse sectors, combined with her dedication to teaching and mentorship, continues to shape and inspire the next generation of global leaders.