We’re pleased to announce that Raymond Zheng, Senior Managing Director at Honda Xcelerator Ventures, has been recognized as one of the 100 most influential professionals in corporate venture capital by the 2025 Powerlist.
Raymond leads strategic investments and open innovation efforts for Honda, with a mission to help the company evolve beyond its roots as a vehicle manufacturer into a global technology innovator. Since launching the venture component of the Xcelerator program in 2022, the team has focused on identifying and supporting breakthrough startups in mobility, robotics, carbon neutrality, and manufacturing technologies.
Raymond shared a few words about this recognition:
“I’m honored to be included in the Power List 100—a recognition that truly belongs to the entire Honda Xcelerator Ventures (HXV) team. This is a testament to the collective effort, resilience, and creativity of our HXV North America team in driving strategic innovation and building meaningful partnerships across the startup and investor ecosystem. I’m proud to work alongside such dedicated and forward-thinking colleagues—this award belongs to them. Thank you all for making this possible!”
With an annual investment budget of ¥10 billion ($70 million USD), Honda Xcelerator Ventures provides not only capital but also strategic partnerships, working closely with Honda business units to unlock value for startups. As Raymond notes, “We’re fascinated by unique technology that can bring a lot of value—what are sometimes called wow factors.”
This recognition reflects Raymond’s dedication to building deep, impactful relationships with founders and helping Honda become an integral part of the global startup ecosystem.
Congratulations, Raymond!
Learn more: https://globalventuring.com/corporate/awards/powerlist-2025-raymond-zheng/