Erik Mirandette
About Erik Mirandette
Erik Mirandette serves as the Chief Business Officer at Tulip Interfaces, where he has held various roles since 2015. He has a background in counterintelligence and operations from his time in the Air Force Office of Special Investigations and holds degrees from MIT and Norwich University.
Work at Tulip Interfaces
Erik Mirandette has held multiple roles at Tulip Interfaces, a company focused on improving manufacturing processes through technology. He served as Head of Customer Operations from 2017 to 2021, where he managed customer engagement and satisfaction. Following this role, he became Head of Product and Ecosystem from 2021 to 2024, overseeing product development and ecosystem partnerships. In 2024, he transitioned to the position of Chief Business Officer, where he is responsible for driving business strategies and growth initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Erik Mirandette has a strong academic background. He earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from the MIT Sloan School of Management, focusing on Business Administration and Management. Additionally, he holds a Bachelor's Degree from the United States Air Force Academy. He furthered his education with a Master's Degree in International Commerce from Norwich University, equipping him with a diverse skill set applicable to business and international relations.
Background in the Air Force Office of Special Investigations
Erik Mirandette served in the Air Force Office of Special Investigations for a total of six years, holding various positions. He began as a Special Agent and Operations Officer from 2008 to 2010 in Goldsboro, North Carolina, and continued in Tokyo, Japan, as a Counterespionage Operations Special Agent from 2010 to 2012. He later worked as a Counterintelligence Staff Officer in Washington, DC, from 2013 to 2014, gaining extensive experience in intelligence and operations.
Experience in Venture Capital
In 2015, Erik Mirandette worked as a Venture Capital Associate at Start Garden for eight months in the Greater Grand Rapids, Michigan Area. In this role, he was involved in evaluating investment opportunities and supporting startup companies, contributing to his understanding of the venture capital landscape and startup ecosystem.