Mawakana could not be immediately reached for comment, but she issued a statement via LinkedIn that “While Waymo is perhaps best known for their innovative self-driving technology, I’m most drawn to their strong commitment to safety, and their thoughtful approach to shaping policies in this fast-evolving space. I look forward to building on this solid foundation.”
Chief Executive Officer John Krafcik said in a statement, “Tekedra is a smart and creative leader who brings deep knowledge of the public policy issues facing complex technology and innovative business models. As we take fully self-driving cars to the roads, Tekedra will work with policymakers at all levels to realize the enormous safety, mobility and economic benefits of this technology.”
