Biographical Info

Product development and information technology executive with extensive experience building and leading large and global teams and working with global customers and partners. Expert in machine learning and artificial intelligence who can introduce new and disruptive technology approaches to teams in any part of the development life cycle. Proven track record of applying strategic and technical skills to a variety of domains from mapping and autonomous driving to B2C applications and big data processing to online advertising and information retrieval. Strategist and business leader with the ability to articulate and execute complex technical ideas to every level of an organization. Critical thinker and driver of innovation. Active member of the technology community and sought-after speaker. Interviewed and quoted in many publications including CNN, Forbes, Bloomberg, Crain’s, Chicago Tribune, Fast Company, SF Chronicle, etc. Recipient of 40 Under 40 Award by Crain’s Chicago Business. Husband and father of three.