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Qiong Sun, Global Executive, Transformative Leader, Founder of QiNova
Qiong Sun is a strategic and results-driven executive with over 30 years of experience in transportation and consulting, specializing in vehicle electrification, energy storage, and active safety. She is passionate about driving transformation across business and organization through best-in-class technologies, extraordinary customer experiences, and operational excellence.
In her previous role, Ms. Sun led the $1.3B automotive E-mobility business at TE Connectivity and oversaw business strategy, product management, technology development and go-to-market for high-voltage products and solutions aimed at the global electric vehicle market. Under her leadership from 2020 to 2025, TE's E-mobility business achieved nearly 4x organic revenue growth and a significant margin improvement, positioning the company as a global leader in high-voltage EV solutions.
Prior to joining TE, Ms. Sun was the vice president of global electrification business at Lear Corporation, responsible for its business P&L. Prior to that, she served as the vice president of global engineering and product management for Tenneco. Ms. Sun pioneered innovations in new energy vehicle propulsion systems, EV charging systems, and advanced driver assistance positions while having served in various leadership roles at Johnson Controls, Ricardo, and ZF (TRW).
Today, she advises organizations on electrification strategy, innovation leadership, and sustainable mobility. She is deeply committed to mentoring the next generation of STEM leaders and advancing global energy solutions.
Awards and Recognition
Ms. Sun holds four U.S. patents and one trade secret in the areas of active safety system controls and lithium-ion battery technologies. A recognized thought leader, she has authored numerous papers on eMobility topics. Her insights on business leadership and technology transformation have been featured in multiple podcasts and an NPR interview. In 2019, she was named one of Notable Women in STEM by Crain’s Detroit Business, honoring her pioneering contributions to electrification and innovation.
Education and Background
Ms. Sun holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Controls from Michigan Technological University, and a Bachelor of Science, major in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics and minor in International Business from Donghua University in Shanghai, China. She is also a graduate of Johnson Controls Executive Leadership Program from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania.