Kris is currently a Senior Manager of Business Development with Aurora Innovation, focused on the commercialization of autonomous class 8 trucks. Along with designing and supporting execution of the customer requirements for driver-out operations, Kris holds roles in various AV initiatives within Aurora, including Enhanced Pre-trip Inspection (EPTI) and sustainability. He was previously VP of Business Development for Jeeva Wireless, an early-stage technology company that developed a battery-free method of WiFi communication for a variety of Internet of Things (IoT) applications. Prior to Jeeva, Kris was a Director with Alvarez & Marsal, a management consulting firm, with a focus on transportation and supply chain optimization. Kris is based in Seattle, WA and holds an MBA from the University of Washington.