Saeed Amidi is an entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Plug and Play. He began his career in manufacturing, packaging, and real estate, helping build the Amidi Group with his family. One of the group’s early properties—165 University Avenue in Palo Alto—hosted several young technology companies and later became an inspiration for the creation of Plug and Play in 2006.
Since founding Plug and Play, Amidi has focused on connecting early-stage startups with the people and organizations that can help them grow. Over the years, he has worked with companies and investors across a wide range of industries, contributing to the development of different innovation communities around the world.
His experience spans investing in startups, collaborating with corporate teams, and supporting institutions as they build their own technology and innovation strategies. Today, he continues to share his perspective with organizations and public institutions interested in strengthening their innovation efforts.