Chris Schmidt
About Chris Schmidt
Chris Schmidt is the Chief Product Officer known for his extensive experience in leading product development at major companies and founding startups.
Chief Product Officer
Chris Schmidt holds the position of Chief Product Officer. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the development, strategy, and performance of the company's products. His extensive experience in product management and innovation helps guide the product team towards achieving company goals and improving market competitiveness.
Work at Flux and GoogleX ConTech
Chris Schmidt met Jeff while working at Flux, the GoogleX ConTech start-up. At Flux, his responsibilities included leading innovation sessions and organizing Hackathons for clients such as LafargeHolcim. These activities focused on fostering creativity and generating new technological solutions for the construction industry.
Previous Roles at Autodesk, Pivotal Labs, Lego, and Interval Research
Prior to his current role, Chris Schmidt has led product initiatives at several notable companies. His tenure includes roles at Autodesk, Pivotal Labs, Lego, and Interval Research. Through these positions, he gained valuable experience and insights into various aspects of product development, software engineering, and consumer products.
Startup Founder
Chris Schmidt has founded three startups throughout his career. These ventures have allowed him to hone his entrepreneurial skills and gain hands-on experience in building and scaling companies from the ground up. His background as a founder adds to his comprehensive understanding of the product lifecycle and market dynamics.