Blake Yeager

Blake Yeager is a seasoned professional with vast experience in executive leadership roles within the startup ecosystem.

He has a strong background in product development, engineering, and operations, having worked with early and growth-stage startups as well as established tech companies.

Blake's career includes key roles such as VP of Product & Engineering at Techstars, Managing Director at Techstars focusing on cloud technologies, and Director of Next Generation Markets at Rackspace.

He played a crucial role in the development of ZeroVM, an open-source virtualization technology, after Rackspace's acquisition of LiteStack, where he served as the COO.

Blake also contributed significantly to the growth of HP's Public Cloud as the Director of Product Management for HP Cloud Services, overseeing the launch of IaaS products based on OpenStack.

With a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering from St. Mary's University, Blake has a solid educational foundation to complement his practical expertise.

Beyond his corporate roles, Blake has actively engaged with non-profit and for-profit organizations, serving on various boards and offering mentorship to startups through programs like Techstars Accelerator.

His professional journey includes positions at companies like KindHealth, Macrostax, and Walkthrough, contributing his skills in product management, operations, and executive leadership.

Throughout his career, Blake Yeager has demonstrated a commitment to innovation, strategic development, and fostering growth within tech companies and startup ventures.