Greater Seattle Area
Versatile professional with a focus on strategy and growth
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.
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).
Launched a new product, the "Home Assistant," and grew the team from 5 to 20+ before company strategy changed and the product was discontinued.
Engagements primarily in high-tech and private equity with a focus on growth and go-to-market strategy