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Brian Yang
Staff Software Engineer | Serial Founder, Tech Visionary | Ex-LinkedIn, Ex-Meta, Ex-Google | GenAI Guru | Let’s Disrupt the Future Together
Brian Yang is a seasoned professional with a diverse background, transitioning from roles at tech giants like Google, Meta, and LinkedIn to successful entrepreneurship and investment ventures.
As a visionary leader, Brian co-founded a company in 2017, serving as the Chief Technology Officer, which saw a lucrative exit on the NASDAQ with a peak valuation of $250 million. This success led him to start another venture in 2021, where he assumed the role of Executive Chairman and the initial investor, achieving a peak valuation of $64 million.
With a knack for tackling complex engineering challenges, Brian has contributed significantly to large-scale data center projects, boasting a cumulative electrical capacity exceeding 100 MW. His tenure at notable tech companies enabled him to hone his problem-solving skills and foster a resilient attitude towards personal and professional growth.
Throughout his career, Brian has demonstrated a remarkable ability to scale teams and secure funding, evident from successfully closing a $3 million non-dilutive debt financing round and expanding a company from a solo operation to a team comprising 7 executives, 1 director, 3 employees, and over 10 contractors within six months. Additionally, he efficiently grew an engineering team to nine members in just two months.
Brian Yang is an alumnus of California State University, Fullerton, where he pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. His professional journey includes stints at renowned organizations such as Google, Meta, LinkedIn, Facebook, BlueCava, and WD, a Western Digital company, where he held various software engineering and development roles.
As a forward-thinking individual with a passion for innovation and problem-solving, Brian continues to make waves in the tech industry through his entrepreneurial endeavors, investment initiatives, and strategic leadership acumen.