Cecilia Zhao

At Kinnevik, Cecilia primarily focuses on investments in software and marketplace companies across the U.S. and Europe.
 
As an early adopter of technology platforms, Cecilia has attracted 1.2 million followers across various media platforms. She is particularly drawn to category-creating companies that reshape the way we live, play, and work. True to that, she is a Generalist with experience in investments ranging from software enablers and marketplaces to deep bio and climate, spanning pre-revenue to pre-IPO stages. She particularly values the journey with founders and is deeply committed to both understanding and supporting entrepreneurs that are tackling significant challenges to create lasting businesses.
 
Prior to Kinnevik, she advised large-cap U.S. and European companies on M&A at Centerview Partners.