Pete Gilligan
About Pete Gilligan
Pete Gilligan serves as the VP of Growth at Pietra since 2023, bringing extensive experience from previous roles at Founders Fund and OpenStore. His career includes significant positions at Google and CEB, now Gartner, where he developed expertise in strategy, operations, and product management.
Current Role at Pietra
Pete Gilligan serves as the Vice President of Growth at Pietra, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for driving the company's growth strategies and initiatives. His leadership focuses on expanding market presence and enhancing customer engagement. Pietra is known for its innovative approach to product development and e-commerce solutions.
Previous Experience at Founders Fund
Before joining Pietra, Pete Gilligan worked at Founders Fund as Chief of Staff to Keith Rabois from 2021 to 2023. During his tenure in Miami, Florida, he supported strategic initiatives and operational management, contributing to the firm's investment strategies and portfolio management.
Experience at OpenStore
Pete Gilligan also held the position of Chief of Staff to the CEO at OpenStore from 2021 to 2023. In this role, he played a key part in overseeing operations and implementing growth strategies in Miami, Florida. His work involved collaboration with various teams to streamline processes and enhance overall performance.
Career at Google
Pete Gilligan's career at Google spanned multiple roles from 2011 to 2021. He worked as a Market Manager for Google Offers, then transitioned to various positions including Product Operations for iOS, Growth & Notifications, and Product / Chief of Staff for Search & Assistant. His experience in the San Francisco Bay Area involved strategic planning and operational execution across different product lines.
Educational Background
Pete Gilligan earned an A.B. degree in Literatures and Cultures in English from Brown University, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. His education provided a foundation in critical thinking and analysis, which he has applied throughout his professional career.