Hi, I'm Miguel Gonzalez - Co-Founder & COO / CPO at FounderNest | Wharton MBA | Ex-Google
I'm passionate about building and scaling innovative companies, transforming complex challenges into actionable plans. I thrive in the startup ecosystem, leading teams and developing impactful products from concept to market.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Co-founded and scaled FounderNest since 2018, applying a Wharton MBA to drive innovation.
Leverages Chief of Staff and CPO experience to streamline processes and define product strategy at FounderNest.
Can advise early-stage startups on building scalable operational processes and effective product management.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation at Google
Gained diverse experience in program management and product strategy across multiple regions, including Ireland, Colombia, and California, honing skills in international operations and market dynamics.
✦ Program Management
✦ Product Strategy
✦ Global Operations
Strategic Leadership Roles
Served as Chief of Staff and Regional Lead, demonstrating leadership in complex environments and driving key initiatives through strategic planning and stakeholder management.
✦ Chief of Staff
✦ Leadership
✦ Strategic Planning
Entrepreneurial Venture
Co-founded FounderNest, applying a Wharton MBA and previous high-impact experience to build and scale a new company focused on innovation and operational excellence.
✦ Co-Founder
✦ COO
✦ CPO
✦ Entrepreneurship
💪🏻 Superpowers
Strategic Operations Architect
Designing scalable operational frameworks for growth.
✦ Building and optimizing processes from inception at FounderNest.
✦ Translating strategic vision into actionable operational plans.
✦ Ensuring process alignment across diverse teams and functions.
Product Visionary & Builder
Spearheading product development from concept to market.
✦ Defining product strategy and roadmap with a CPO lens.
✦ Leveraging 'Chief of Staff' experience for cross-functional alignment.
✦ Focused on creating impactful SaaS and enterprise software solutions.
Entrepreneurial Leader
Driving innovation and growth in early-stage ventures.
✦ Co-founding and scaling FounderNest since 2018.
✦ Applying Wharton MBA insights to business challenges.
✦ Cultivating a culture of 'Creating Processes' for rapid iteration.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with visionary founders and investors to foster startup ecosystem growth.
✦ Exploring collaborations that drive innovation in SaaS and enterprise software.
✦ Discovering opportunities to share operational and product strategy expertise.
I can help with
✦ Advise early-stage startups on building scalable operational processes.
✦ Share strategies for effective product management and market entry.
✦ Provide insights on transforming functional expertise into leadership roles.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying potential strategic partners for FounderNest.
✦ Gaining introductions to leaders in the AI and deep tech sectors.
✦ Exploring new investment opportunities within the enterprise software space.
