Mike G.
About Mike G.
Mike G. serves as the Chief Product and Technology Officer at Ada and has extensive experience in product management and technology roles across various companies, including Zendesk and SupportKit. He co-founded Smooch.io, which was acquired by Zendesk, and has received recognition as one of Quebec's top emerging entrepreneurs.
Work at Ada
Mike G. currently serves as the Chief Product and Technology Officer (CPTO) at Ada, a role he has held since 2023. His responsibilities include overseeing product development and technology strategy for the company. Prior to this position, he worked as Chief Product Officer at Ada from 2022 to 2023. His experience at Ada reflects his commitment to advancing the company's mission and enhancing its product offerings.
Current Role at Bessemer Venture Partners
In addition to his role at Ada, Mike G. is an Operating Advisor at Bessemer Venture Partners, a position he has held since 2024. This role is based in San Francisco, California, and is conducted remotely. His work involves providing strategic guidance and insights to portfolio companies, drawing on his extensive experience in product management and technology.
Professional Background
Mike G. has a diverse professional background in product management and technology. He has held various positions at notable companies, including Zendesk, where he served as Vice President of Product from 2020 to 2022 and Senior Director of Product from 2019 to 2020. His earlier roles include Director at SupportKit and Business Analyst at Radialpoint. He also co-founded Smooch.io, which was acquired by Zendesk in 2019.
Education and Expertise
Mike G. holds a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng) in Electrical Engineering from Concordia University, which he completed from 2002 to 2006. He furthered his education at the same institution, earning an MBA in Finance & Strategy from 2007 to 2012. Additionally, he studied Pure and Applied Sciences at Marianopolis, achieving a DEC from 2000 to 2002. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in product development and technology.
Achievements and Recognition
In 2012, Mike G. was recognized as one of Quebec's top 25 emerging entrepreneurs by the Claudine and Stephen Bronfman Foundation. His first venture, Appifier, was a venture-backed SaaS platform that was successfully acquired in late 2013. These achievements highlight his entrepreneurial spirit and contributions to the technology sector.