Kitae Kim is Chief Strategy Officer of Motional.
He is a seasoned strategy professional with extensive experience leading new business strategies and open innovation at global corporations. He excels at guiding cross-functional teams and swiftly moving from problem to resolution.
Prior to joining Motional, Kitae orchestrated high-impact strategic partnerships at Hyundai Motor Company, including a comprehensive collaboration with a world-leading AI technology provider that spanned GPU supply, AI platforms, and digital twin technologies. He played a key role in shaping the group's robotics and artificial intelligence ecosystem through collaboration with global technology leaders.
Earlier in his career, Kitae created market entry strategies for next-generation mobile and wearable devices, leading to successful product launches. He also spearheaded the formation of an investment fund to enhance corporate open innovation capabilities.
He holds a bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering & Computer Science from Yonsei University.