Former Waymo CFO Elisa de Martel Joins Wayve Startup

Elisa de Martel stepped down from her role as chief financial officer of Alphabet’s autonomous‑vehicle subsidiary Waymo in January. The former CFO, who had overseen Waymo’s financial strategy and capital allocation, will now be based in Silicon Valley.

Waymo, a unit of Alphabet Inc., has been a leading player in the development of self‑driving technology and operates a commercial robotaxi service in select U.S. markets. De Martel’s departure follows a period of rapid growth and regulatory scrutiny for the company, and her move to Silicon Valley is expected to support her next professional engagement, though her future role has not yet been announced.

The transition marks a shift in Waymo’s executive team and reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to refine its leadership structure as it expands its autonomous‑vehicle offerings. De Martel’s exit will be felt by the firm’s financial operations, but the company remains focused on advancing its technology and commercial partnerships.