Brian Read serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Serve Robotics Inc., a pioneering company in autonomous sidewalk delivery robotics. With over 20 years of experience in finance and operations within the technology and logistics sectors, Brian has held senior leadership roles at innovative firms including Uber Technologies and Postmates, where he played a pivotal role in scaling financial operations during rapid growth phases. A CPA certified in California, he holds an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and a bachelor's degree in economics from Stanford University, equipping him with a deep expertise in strategic financial planning, capital raising, and risk management. Throughout his career, Brian has spearheaded transformative initiatives, such as leading Uber's financial restructuring during its pre-IPO phase, which optimized costs and boosted investor confidence, resulting in a landmark public offering. At Postmates, he orchestrated mergers and acquisitions that expanded market reach and enhanced profitability ahead of its acquisition by Uber. His achievements include raising over $500 million in venture funding across portfolio companies and implementing data-driven forecasting models that improved operational efficiency by 30% in high-growth environments. At Serve Robotics, Brian oversees all financial strategy, investor relations, and compliance efforts as the company advances its mission to revolutionize last-mile delivery. He is instrumental in guiding the firm's path toward commercialization and profitability, leveraging his fintech acumen to navigate regulatory landscapes and fuel expansion into new urban markets. Under his leadership, Serve Robotics has secured key partnerships and funding rounds, positioning it as a leader in sustainable, AI-powered logistics solutions.