Suggestions
Darren Kimura
President and Chief Operating Officer at ZEDEDA
Darren Kimura is the President and Chief Operating Officer at ZEDEDA, a leading company in Edge Computing Virtualization, Management and Orchestration. Here are some key details about his professional background:
Current Role at ZEDEDA
Darren joined ZEDEDA in April 2021 and is responsible for all day-to-day operations including Sales, Finance, Administration, Legal, People, Compliance, Corporate Development, and heads the Go-To-Market strategy.1 ZEDEDA is a venture-backed company that has raised $55 million from investors like Lux Capital, Energize Ventures, Porsche Ventures, and others.1
Professional Experience
Previous Roles::
- Partner at Sway Ventures (March 2020 - Present)
- Managing Partner at Enerdigm Ventures (November 2007 - March 2022)
Education and Certifications
Darren holds numerous certifications, including:
- Certified Energy Manager
- Certified Sustainable Development Professional
- Certified Fiber Optics Designer
- Google G Suite Sales Certification
- ZEDEDA Certified Edge Computing Associate
Awards and Recognitions
Throughout his career, Darren has received several awards:
- Minority Entrepreneur of the Year (US Department of Commerce, 2002)
- Young Entrepreneur of the Year (Ernst & Young, 2002)
- Green Entrepreneur of the Year (Green Magazine, 2007)
- Earth Award (Blue Planet Foundation, 2009)
Darren is based in Palo Alto, California, and has a strong background in technology, entrepreneurship, and venture capital.1
