Rongfei Lu

Rongfei Lu is an entrepreneur and technologist dedicated to leveraging AI for social impact, particularly in legal tech. As the co-founder and CEO of Paraply, a non-profit, he provides 24/7 AI-powered legal assistance to underserved communities, motivated by his own experiences as an immigrant. His work at Paraply demonstrates his commitment to bridging the Access to Justice gap. myparaply+3

With a strong background in product leadership, Rongfei specializes in privacy and legal compliance within the tech industry. At Uber, he led global marketing privacy and legal compliance product strategies, encompassing critical areas like GDPR, CCPA, and AI governance. His expertise is further underscored by his CIPT certification and advisory role on the Standards Subcommittee of the Institute of Operational Privacy Design. iapp+1

Rongfei's academic and research journey spans prestigious institutions like Dartmouth College and Stanford University, where he earned degrees in Engineering Sciences and Aeronautics & Astronautics. He has conducted research at the Stanford AI Lab, worked on technology and national security strategy at the Hoover Institution, and published research in top AI conferences, demonstrating his deep engagement with cutting-edge technology and its societal implications. dartmouth+2

Globally minded and multilingual, Rongfei has lived in multiple countries across four continents (China, India, Morocco, Germany, Uganda, United States) and is fluent in five languages (English, Chinese, German, Hindi, Moroccan Arabic). This diverse international background enriches his perspective on global issues and humanitarian efforts, as reflected in his founding of Paraply. dartmouth+2

He has a demonstrated history of leadership in both startup and corporate environments, transitioning from a Business Analyst role at McKinsey & Company to product management positions at Ford and Uber, and ultimately co-founding multiple ventures including MushroomX, Paraply, and a current stealth startup. His experience spans venture capital as a fellow at Contrary and Kleiner Perkins, showcasing his entrepreneurial drive and strategic acumen. dartmouth+1