Hi, I'm Ross Warren - Tech CMO | Ex-Google & YouTube | Advisor (The Anti-Slavery Collective)
I'm driven by blending Big-Tech innovation with a passion for social impact, bringing a decade of experience from Google and YouTube to life. I thrive when strategizing global campaigns and leveraging emerging media arts to drive meaningful change.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Interned at Google and YouTube for over a decade, leading global brand and marketing initiatives.
Co-founded a startup at Google's Area 120, focusing on experimental technology and product strategy.
Can help organizations by advising on brand strategy, creative direction, and leveraging tech for social impact.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Finance & Accounting
Began career in finance with a Senior Accountant role at KPMG US, building a strong analytical foundation.
✦ Accounting
✦ Finance
Global Tech Marketing Leader
Spent a decade at Google and YouTube, leading product marketing, brand operations, and experimental projects.
✦ YouTube
✦ Product Marketing
✦ Brand Management
Entrepreneurial & Advisory Roles
Transitioned to entrepreneurial ventures at Google's Area 120 and took on advisory roles with nonprofits and emerging media arts.
✦ Startups
✦ Advisory
✦ Nonprofit
Independent Brand & Marketing Consulting
Currently driving brand and marketing strategy as an independent consultant and advisor, focusing on creative solutions.
✦ Consulting
✦ Creative Strategy
✦ Brand Marketing
💪🏻 Superpowers
Tech-Driven Social Impact
Championing technology for positive global change.
✦ Advise The Anti-Slavery Collective, leveraging tech expertise for social good.
✦ Led tech initiatives like 'Web Lab' and the 'Summit Against Violent Extremism'.
✦ Passionate about using innovation to solve pressing societal challenges.
Global Brand Architect
Building and scaling brands across diverse markets.
✦ Launched YouTube's new brand identity globally in 2017.
✦ Drove mainstream success for creators like Lilly Singh across multiple continents.
✦ Developed impactful marketing campaigns for ad-funded Originals.
Experimental Innovation Catalyst
Translating cutting-edge tech into tangible products and experiences.
✦ Served as Founder in Residence at Google's Area 120, spanning strategy and product.
✦ Contributed to experimental projects like 'Life in a Day' and YouTube Symphony Orchestra.
✦ Experienced in translating complex tech concepts into user-centric experiences.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with innovators driving social change through technology.
✦ Discovering emerging platforms for creative marketing and brand storytelling.
✦ Finding opportunities to consult on impactful, mission-driven projects.
I can help with
✦ Providing strategic brand and marketing guidance for social impact initiatives.
✦ Advising on creative strategy and content development for mission-aligned organizations.
✦ Sharing insights on leveraging technology for philanthropic goals.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying new technologies or platforms that can amplify social good efforts.
✦ Connecting with changemakers working on innovative solutions to global challenges.
✦ Exploring collaborations with organizations focused on human rights and ethical tech.
