Jay Onda, the Director of Strategic Investments for Yamaha Motor Ventures and Laboratories, has a diverse background in technology, education, and marketing. He attended the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, where he studied education, and San Jose State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing.

Before joining Yamaha Motor Ventures and Laboratories, Jay held several positions in the technology and venture capital industry. He was a Director at Marubeni Ventures, a Venture Scout at Family Office, and a Partner, Director of Strategic Investments at Docomo Capital. Jay also worked at Docomo Innovations, Inc. as a Business Development Consultant and at Orange Silicon Valley as a Startup Investment. Additionally, he served as a Senior Engineer and Senior Web Producer at Quinstreet.

As a well-rounded individual with a background in marketing, education, and technology, Jay has served as a Cvc Advisory Board Member, Learning And Resource Committee at National Venture Capital Association. He brings notable experience to Yamaha Motor Ventures and Laboratories, where he helps to identify and invest in promising startups.