Ren Uechi, born in Okinawa in 1997.Educated from the Department of Applied Mathematics at the University of California, Berkeley. In 2020, founded Solafune Inc., a cutting-edge startup revolutionizing satellite data analysis business. With a passion for innovation and a deep commitment to sustainable resource management, Ren has led Solafune in developing advanced AI-driven solutions that transform high-resolution satellite imagery into actionable insights for industries like mining, energy, environmental monitoring, and more.

Under his leadership, Solafune has pioneered new methods for mineral resource discovery, integrating artificial intelligence to automate and enhance the accuracy of data processing. This breakthrough technology has significantly increased productivity and resource efficiency, offering a scalable solution with broad applications across the global market.

Ren’s remarkable achievements have earned recognition within the industry, most notably being named to Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia, Runner-up in the ICC 2023 Fukuoka Startup Catapult competition, Awarded Deep Tech Venture of the Year 2023 Japan.

This accolade highlights his contributions to advancing science and technology with a focus on real-world impac
With a strong background in data science, Ren combines technical expertise with a strategic vision for growth. He is now focused on scaling Solafune’s technology to new markets and forging strategic partnerships that will propel the company’s next phase of expansion.

Driven by a mission to “Hack The Planet,” Ren continues to push the boundaries of innovation, making Solafune a key player in the evolving space economy.