Eric Lu

Eric Lu is a prominent technologist and entrepreneur based in San Francisco, California. He is best known as the Co-Founder and CTO of Kapwing, a platform designed for easy online editing of images, GIFs, and videos. Kapwing aims to simplify content creation for users, making it accessible to a wide audience. The company has received backing from notable investors including CRV, Shasta Ventures, and Sinai Ventures since its inception in November 2017.14

Educational Background

Eric Lu graduated from Harvard University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Computer Science, along with a minor in the History of Art and Architecture. His educational experience laid a strong foundation for his career in technology.12

Professional Experience

Before co-founding Kapwing, Eric held several significant positions:

• Associate Product Manager at Google (August 2014 - September 2016): He worked on the Image Search team, enhancing user experience in image searching.14
• Internships: He also interned at various tech firms, including Microsoft and Palantir Technologies, focusing on product management and engineering roles.1

Online Presence

Eric is active on social media and maintains a personal website where he shares his projects and ideas. His Twitter handle is @realericlu and his LinkedIn profile can be found under the username ericlu1.23