Simon Lu

Simon Lu is a seasoned professional in the investment and technology sectors, currently serving as a Founding Partner at First Harmonic since 2023, focusing on early-stage investments and go-to-market strategies for founders. Previously, Simon held various roles including Associate at The Carlyle Group, where responsibilities included growth equity investments and buyouts, Chief Operating Officer and Principal at Y Combinator, specializing in venture and growth stage investments, and Director at Twitter, overseeing the developer platform and corporate development. Earlier experience includes positions as an Analyst at Merrill Lynch and Deloitte Consulting, concentrated on technology mergers and acquisitions and technology integration, respectively. Simon holds a BBA in Business Honors with a focus on Management Information Systems from The University of Texas at Austin and an MBA in Entrepreneurial Management from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.