Stephen Gold
About Stephen Gold
Stephen Gold serves as the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at SparkCognition since 2023 and has extensive experience in various leadership roles across multiple industries, including technology and marketing. He holds an MBA from Carnegie Mellon University and has been recognized as Pennsylvania SBA and Carnegie Mellon 'Entrepreneur of the Year'.
Work at SparkCognition
Stephen Gold serves as the Chief Sales and Marketing Officer at SparkCognition since 2023. He previously held the position of Chief Marketing Officer at the same company from 2021 to 2023. His role involves overseeing sales strategies and marketing initiatives in the Chicago, Illinois area.
Current Role at Ethos Capital
In addition to his position at SparkCognition, Stephen Gold has been an Executive Partner at Ethos Capital since 2021. His responsibilities include guiding investment strategies and leveraging his extensive industry experience to drive business growth.
Education and Expertise
Stephen Gold graduated with distinction from Carnegie Mellon University, earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Entrepreneurship. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. His educational background supports his extensive expertise in B2B application software development, AI, data science, and IoT services.
Professional Background
Stephen Gold has over 30 years of experience in various leadership roles across multiple industries. He has worked at IBM in several capacities, including Director of Marketing and Educational Sales for SPSS, CMO of the Watson Group, and Vice President of Marketing & Sales Operations for Watson Solutions. His previous roles also include Chief Commercial Officer at HZO and General Manager at Honeywell's Connected Enterprise.
Achievements and Recognition
Stephen Gold has been recognized as Pennsylvania SBA and Carnegie Mellon 'Entrepreneur of the Year.' He has been featured as a speaker on major news networks such as CNN, CNBC, Today Show, and Fox News, highlighting his influence and expertise in the industry. His leadership has driven significant digital transformation and IoT advancements in various organizations.