ABOUT Erik Walenza
Erik is a pragmatic business leader with a sharp focus on generating commercial results. He works at the interface of technology and traditional business operations, and has been an active member of the Asian technology and innovation ecosystem for over 15 years. Erik is dedicated to understanding the trajectory of technology trends in Asia and how they are impacting product value propositions and company operations.
In addition to his role at AGP, Erik chairs the Technology and Innovation Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce for East China, where he facilitates the exchange of best practices for innovation strategy and technology adoption in China. He is also deeply involved in China’ startup ecosystem as co-director of Startup Grind in Shanghai, where he supports Chinese and foreign entrepreneurs in their international expansion.
In addition to his role at AGP, Erik chairs the Technology and Innovation Committee at the American Chamber of Commerce for East China, where he facilitates the exchange of best practices for innovation strategy and technology adoption in China. He is also deeply involved in China’ startup ecosystem as co-director of Startup Grind in Shanghai, where he supports Chinese and foreign entrepreneurs in their international expansion.
PAST EXPERIENCE
IoT ONE, Managing Partner
Applied Value Group, China Managing Director
Applied Value Group, China Managing Director
EDUCATION
George Washington University, MBA
George Washington University, MA, International Affairs
University of Oregon, BA, Philosophy
George Washington University, MA, International Affairs
University of Oregon, BA, Philosophy
ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS
Cross-border startup ecosystem building
Ultimate frisbee and swimming (after retiring from basketball and MMA)
Messing around with my son
Ultimate frisbee and swimming (after retiring from basketball and MMA)
Messing around with my son
