Michael Hopps
About Michael Hopps
Michael Hopps serves as the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at R-Zero, a position he has held since 2024. He has extensive experience in partnerships and account management, having previously worked at SoFi and Doctor On Demand, among other organizations.
Current Role at R-Zero
Michael Hopps serves as the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships at R-Zero, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he focuses on developing and managing strategic relationships that enhance the company's market presence and drive growth. His experience in partnership management is leveraged to align R-Zero's objectives with those of key stakeholders.
Previous Experience at SoFi
Prior to his current role, Michael Hopps held multiple positions at SoFi, including Senior Director of Channel Partnerships from 2022 to 2023, Director of Partnerships from 2019 to 2021, and Manager of Enterprise Partnerships from 2017 to 2018. His tenure at SoFi spanned several years, during which he contributed to the development of enterprise and channel partnerships, enhancing the company's strategic initiatives.
Background in Customer Success and Account Management
Before joining SoFi, Michael worked as a Customer Success Manager for Enterprise Accounts at Doctor On Demand from 2016 to 2017. He also served as an Account Manager and Segment Leader in Healthcare at Gerson Lehrman Group from 2012 to 2015. His background includes a strong focus on customer relations and account management, which has informed his approach to strategic partnerships.
Educational Background
Michael Hopps holds a Master of Arts in International Economic Relations from American University, which he completed from 2007 to 2009. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in History and Political Science (International Relations) from UCLA between 2003 and 2007. Additionally, he participated in a study abroad program at UCL in 2004 and attended The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology for a Global Studies Program in 2006.
Internship Experience
Michael gained early professional experience as a Political Affairs Intern at the U.S. Mission to the United Nations in 2006, where he worked for three months. He also served as a Graduate Assistant at the U.S. Department of Treasury in the Office of International Investment Security in 2008 for three months. These roles provided him with insights into international relations and governmental operations.