Brian Back

Brian Back is a seasoned professional with a strong background in product management and leading cross-functional teams. Currently serving as the Head of Product at Factor, he focuses on enhancing supply chain management for manufacturers.

With an impressive track record, Brian has played key roles in reputable companies like Gap Inc and Kroger. At Gap Inc, he established a cross-functional team, launched the first developer portal, and directed a successful B2B API suite, significantly improving headless commerce services.

During his tenure at Kroger, Brian led the commercialization of monetized APIs, creating new revenue streams and fostering strategic partnerships that positioned Kroger as a digital retail leader, resulting in substantial value creation exceeding $1 billion.

Brian's early career involved co-founding Datazar, a platform for scientific data sharing, and collaborating with Siemens PLM Software on refining global partner GTM strategies, showcasing his passion for practical innovation and team leadership to address real-world challenges.

His educational background includes studying with honors at the University of Cincinnati and completing a Startup Accelerator program at The Brandery, further enriching his skill set and knowledge in the business and technology domains.