Overview:

As an individual company that’s part of global Honda – Honda Innovations Silicon Valley, Inc. supports
all the disruptive technologies Honda is working on behind the scenes as the company helps shape the
mobility ecosystem of the future. Joining Honda Innovations strategic investment and partnership
program, Honda Xcelerator Ventures, means you’ll be responsible for supercharging all business units
within global Honda, from R&D to new business development.

Position Summary:

Based in Boston, the role will require engagement with investors, entrepreneurs, and the innovation
ecosystem in the Northeast region of the USA and Canada to source and propose unique technology and
business opportunities for investment and collaboration within Honda. Being a “super-connector” and a
helpful member of the venture community, you see industry trends as they emerge and bring opportunities
to Honda. 70% of your work will focus on sourcing, identifying, proposing, and leading strategic
investment opportunities with the Corporate Venturing team. 30% of your time will focus on network
expansion and brand awareness for the Northeast Coast region of the US and Canada.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Source Honda relevant flow through, database tools (Pitchbook, Crunchbase, etc.) and personal
  network of Venture Capital (VC) Firms, Corporate Venture Capital (CVCs) Firms, startups, and
  related entities.
• Identify high quality investment opportunities involving transformational technologies strategic
  to Honda’s business and products from your sourced deals.
• Create and present investment proposals bi-weekly to the Honda Xcelerator Ventures team.
• Lead the internal investment process for selected deals.
• Perform Initial Due diligence including market potential, technical strength, financial viability,
  team by gathering information from the target company, industry experts and other sources.
• Be the primary interface and support for portfolio companies.
• Develop, broaden, and strengthen your network of VC/CVC’s startups, and related entities.
• Support internal open innovation Startup collaborations as necessary.
• Support Honda Xcelerator Ventures Branding activity at industry events with the ability to
  participate in panel session, startup judging and reverse pitch opportunities.
• Have expertise in 2 or more technology vertical domains relevant to Honda.

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or related field.

Field of Expertise

Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) or Venture Capital (VC) investment with an exceptional understanding
in several technology verticals for initial due diligence assessment.

Skills and Experience

• Minimum required skills and experience
  • 2-3 years’ experience on a CVC or VC team.
  • Extensive CVC/VC network on the East Coast particularly in Boston.
  • Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and manage multiple work streams.
  • Proven track record in sourcing, proposing, and closing early-stage investments.
  • Expert knowledge in one or more of the following domains: CASE (Connected,
    Automated, Shared and Electrified) Mobility, Energy, Climate Tech, Clean Tech, AI HW
    and SW, Robotics and advanced manufacturing.
  • Ability to quickly ramp up technical knowledge in new areas.
  • Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
  • Must be a team player who values relationships and people
• Passionate about leveraging new technologies to create new experiences, improve human
  mobility and bring joy to customers
• Driven and proactive, with an ability to adapt to dynamic circumstances, and thrive even with
  ambiguity
• Preferred skills and experience in one or more areas below:
  • Master’s degree in science or engineering and/or a MBA
  • Corporate development Experience
  • 5 or more fully executed investment deals.

The position will be remote based in the Boston Area with 3 months training required in Mountain View,
CA.

Domestic and international travel up to 30% may be required.