Mike Madison
About Mike Madison
Mike Madison serves as the Director of Product Management for CMS and Developer Experience at Acquia, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in product management and technical architecture, having held various roles at Acquia and other organizations over the past two decades.
Work at Acquia
Mike Madison has been serving as the Director of Product Management — CMS and Developer Experience at Acquia since 2022. In this role, he oversees a team that includes 11 product professionals and more than 60 engineers. His responsibilities include managing a portfolio of over a dozen products, with a focus on Developer Tools and Experience. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at Acquia, including Senior Technical Architect, Technical Architect, Manager of Technical Services, and Senior Manager of Technical Services, contributing to the company for a total of approximately five years.
Education and Expertise
Mike Madison earned a Master’s degree in Informatics from Indiana University Bloomington, where he studied from 2007 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from the same institution, completed between 2002 and 2007. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in product management and technical services, particularly in the areas of Headless, Software as a Service, and Open Source projects, including Drupal.
Background
Before joining Acquia, Mike Madison worked at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory as a Drupal Technical Lead from 2010 to 2016. He also owned and served as the Technical Lead at Imagine Design Experience LLC from 2006 to 2010. His early career included a position as a Specialist at Best Buy from 2000 to 2007. This diverse background has equipped him with a wide range of skills in technical leadership and product management.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Mike Madison has been involved in managing significant projects related to Headless, Software as a Service, and Open Source technologies. His leadership at Acquia has contributed to the development of tools that enhance the developer experience. His direct report structure reflects his capability to lead large teams effectively, ensuring the successful delivery of product initiatives.