Hi, I'm Evan Lao - Founder in AI “Agent” | ex-Google ($10M+ ARR), Yale | Angel Investor (+150%, 30+) | 1M LinkedIn views Content Creator
I'm driven by building AI that works, translating deep engineering experience into tangible value. My passion lies in creating next-gen copilots and scaling ventures, thriving where innovation meets practical application. I love connecting with others to explore AI's future.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Worked at Google, contributing to products that achieved over $10M ARR.
Currently founding an AI-native startup focused on building the next generation of copilots.
Can provide strategic insights on AI product development and scaling technology startups.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Engineering
Developed core software engineering skills through academic and professional roles, including at Google.
✦ Software Engineer
✦ Python
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Transitioned into founding roles, starting with private tutoring and now building an AI-native startup.
✦ Founder
✦ Startup
✦ Entrepreneurship
Investment & Content Creation
Expanding influence as an angel investor and a prominent AI content creator.
✦ Angel Investor
✦ Content Creator
✦ AI Expert
💪🏻 Superpowers
AI Product Visionary
Translating cutting-edge AI into functional products.
✦ Focus on building AI that demonstrably works and offers clear value.
✦ Leveraging deep engineering background for practical AI solutions.
✦ Championing AI innovation beyond conceptual stages.
Growth-Stage Operator
Proven experience scaling ventures and revenue.
✦ Contributed to Google product development achieving $10M+ ARR.
✦ Experience in early-stage startup environments.
✦ Strategic insights from both operator and investor perspectives.
Investor & Ecosystem Builder
Identifying and nurturing high-potential ventures.
✦ Active angel investor with a portfolio exceeding 30 investments.
✦ Achieved over 150% returns through strategic angel investments.
✦ Passion for supporting emerging founders and technologies.
I'm excited about
✦ Discovering groundbreaking AI applications and potential co-founders.
✦ Connecting with fellow innovators to explore synergistic opportunities.
✦ Identifying promising early-stage startups for investment and mentorship.
I can help with
✦ Providing strategic insights on AI product development and market fit.
✦ Offering guidance on scaling technology startups from an engineering perspective.
✦ Sharing investment acumen for early-stage ventures.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying novel AI use cases that solve real-world problems.
✦ Connecting with deep technologists and AI researchers.
✦ Finding partners for strategic collaborations in the AI space.