David Peters

Experienced corporate strategy, M&A, and growth executive. Former consultant. Recovering lawyer. Optimistic skeptic.

Greater Seattle Area

About

Versatile professional with a focus on strategy and growth

Experience

  • VP, Strategy at SSA Marine
    Nov 2024 - Present · 1 yr 8 mos

  • Microsoft (Greater Seattle Area)
    • GM, Cloud + AI Strategy
      Mar 2022 - Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 8 mos

      Lead product strategy teams for Microsoft's Cloud + AI business, encompassing Azure, Business Applications, Developer Tools, AI, and Data Platforms. Work closely with senior product executives and cross-functionally with finance, marketing, and business planning. Where strategy leads to M&A, lead the business case development and approval process.

    • Senior Director, Cloud + AI Strategy
      Sep 2020 - Mar 2022 · 1 yr 7 mos

    • Director, Cloud + AI Strategy
      Aug 2019 - Sep 2020 · 1 yr 2 mos

  • T-Mobile (3 yrs 8 mos)
    • Senior Director, Corporate Strategy
      Jun 2018 - Aug 2019 · 1 yr 3 mos

      Lead teams in support of senior executives (EVP and CxO level) on key strategic and M&A-related projects, consistently touching high-profile or cross-functional topics. Includes extensive exposure to all elements of the business in a project-driven environment that functions much like an internal consulting firm. Responsible for 2-3+ simultaneous projects, developing ongoing relationships with key internal stakeholders, and actively mentoring junior team members (Analyst to Senior Manager level).

    • Director, Corporate Strategy
      Jan 2016 - Jun 2018 · 2 yrs 6 mos

  • Entrepreneur in Residence at Porch
    May 2015 - Nov 2015 · 7 mos

    Launched a new product, the "Home Assistant," and grew the team from 5 to 20+ before company strategy changed and the product was discontinued.

  • Engagement Manager at McKinsey & Company
    Aug 2010 - May 2015 · 4 yrs 10 mos

    Engagements primarily in high-tech and private equity with a focus on growth and go-to-market strategy