Peter Meechan

Peter Meechan is the Chief Corporate Development Officer at CloudBees, a prominent enterprise software delivery company, overseeing inorganic growth, strategic partnerships, business development, intellectual property, and corporate operations.

With over four years of experience as the Chief Corporate Development Officer at Automation Anywhere, a leading robotic process automation company, Peter brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his current role.

Prior to his position at Automation Anywhere, Peter served as the Chief Operating Officer at ABBYY, a distinguished player in intelligent document processing and process mining.

Peter's career reflects a rich blend of global operating experience, ranging from senior executive roles in public corporations to CEO positions in startup ventures.

His vast repertoire includes key leadership positions at multi-billion-dollar companies like SONY and Adobe/Macromedia, as well as roles as a Venture Capital Advisor and a Private Equity Executive Partner.

Peter has a strong track record in driving innovation, evident through his significant contributions such as deploying Adobe Flash® on over one billion mobile devices and contributing to the success of Academy Award® winning software products.

Specializing in general management, strategic and operational planning, international operations, corporate development, mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, intellectual property, fundraising, investor relations, and board governance, Peter is a versatile professional with a deep understanding of various aspects of business.

In terms of education, Peter has studied at reputable institutions like the University of Oregon, Stanford Law School, and Stanford University Graduate School of Business, enhancing his knowledge in areas like corporate governance and mergers & acquisitions.

He has also gained international exposure through his studies in Asian Studies at Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan.

Peter Meechan has held significant roles in various organizations, including CloudBees, Calera Capital, Automation Anywhere, ABBYY, Sofinnova Investments, Gravity Mobile, Gracenote, Intellectual Ventures, Catalyst Mobile, Adobe, Sony Electronics, and SGI, showcasing his diverse professional background and leadership capabilities.