Lenny Liccardo

Operational Compliance Manager (Autonomous Vehicles) @NVIDIA

Santa Clara County, CA, US

Established, implemented, and actively manage the global incident response process for NVIDIA’s autonomous vehicle programs, collaborating cross-functionally and with external partners across the US, China, Japan, South Korea, Europe, and the UK. Developed best-practice protocols and operational safety frameworks to ensure consistent safety, regulatory compliance, and disciplined operations at scale, enabling rapid response and alignment across multiple jurisdictions. Lead efficient communication and seamless coordination of responses across internal organizations, external stakeholders, and executive leadership to ensure timely, high-confidence decision-making.Lead regulatory compliance and government relationships with the California DMV AVT program and NHTSA\'s Standing General Order, ensuring timely reporting, permit adherence, and alignment with evolving AV regulatory standards.Implemented and oversee driver training programs, continuously iterating curriculum and processes to align with evolving regulatory and operational requirements, while ensuring scalability and fostering a strong safety culture across global fleet operations.

San José State University

Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies/Business