Michelle Shi

Michelle Shi currently serves as the Open Innovation Manager at LG Chem, a role in which she evaluates emerging technology ventures and drives corporate innovation strategies. Prior to assuming her current position, she worked as the Director of New Business at Provectus Algae between 2022 and 2023. During her tenure at the biotechnology firm, she was responsible for advancing commercial opportunities and scaling new business initiatives related to algae-based technologies. Earlier in her career, Shi operated in the venture capital sector as a Senior Ventures Associate and an Associate at the Plug and Play Tech Center. In this capacity, she evaluated early-stage startups and facilitated strategic partnerships between corporate clients and technology founders. Her professional background centers on corporate venture capital, open innovation management, and the commercialization of novel industrial technologies across multiple global markets.