Kang Sun serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of Amprius Technologies, Inc., a leading developer of high-energy density lithium-ion batteries utilizing proprietary silicon nanowire anode technology. With over 25 years of experience in the semiconductor and clean energy sectors, Sun has been instrumental in driving Amprius's growth since joining the company in 2019 as Chief Operating Officer before ascending to his current role. Under his leadership, Amprius has advanced from R&D-focused innovation to commercial-scale production, positioning the company as a frontrunner in next-generation batteries for electric aviation, consumer electronics, and electric vehicles. Sun's distinguished career spans pivotal roles at industry pioneers. Prior to Amprius, he was Chief Technology Officer at Alta Devices, where he spearheaded advancements in high-efficiency solar cells. He previously held senior positions at SunPower Corporation, including Vice President of Module Engineering, contributing to breakthroughs in photovoltaic module efficiency. Earlier, Sun built expertise in semiconductor design and manufacturing at companies like Lattice Semiconductor and QuickLogic, honing his skills in scaling complex technologies from prototype to high-volume production. At Amprius, Sun has overseen key achievements, including the successful SPAC merger in 2022 that took the company public on the NYSE (AMPX), the qualification of its SiMaxx platform by Airbus for A350 test flights, and the ramp-up of a multi-gigawatt-hour U.S. manufacturing facility. His strategic vision emphasizes sustainable energy solutions, leveraging Amprius's record-breaking energy densities—up to 500 Wh/kg—to accelerate the electrification of transportation and aviation, while fostering partnerships with global OEMs to meet surging demand for superior battery performance.