{"id":2124,"date":"2026-08-13T20:23:41","date_gmt":"2026-08-13T11:23:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/techgala.jp\/?post_type=people&#038;p=2124"},"modified":"2026-08-17T13:49:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T04:49:36","slug":"j00009","status":"publish","type":"people","link":"https:\/\/techgala.jp\/en\/pitch-contest\/j00009\/","title":{"rendered":"Andy Lombard"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Andrew (\u201cAndy\u201d) Lombard is the Founder and Managing Partner of Tesoro Venture Capital, a global platform investing in deep-tech sectors including AI, semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, robotics, and healthcare. Through strategic partnerships with industry leaders like TSMC and Cadence, he accelerates next-generation technology companies worldwide.<br>Over his career, Andy has founded six venture-backed tech companies, managed over $140 million in investment platforms, supported 250+ investments, and helped build portfolios valued at over $7 billion. He also spearheaded Arizona\u2019s premier venture development ecosystem and previously led Asian expansion and corporate venture activities at Motorola.<br>Andy currently serves on the boards of organizations including Silicon Oasis and Aware Health. 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