Index Ventures Partner Mike Volpi is a seasoned Silicon Valley veteran with an impressive career spanning several industries. After earning his BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering, as well as an MBA from Stanford University, Mike began his journey leading the technology industry through numerous senior roles.

Mike started his career as a Product Development Engineer at Hewlett-Packard and later became the Senior Vice President and GM of Routing and Service Provider Group at Cisco Systems. He later went on to become the CEO of Joost and Chief Strategy Officer at Cisco Systems, building his expertise in corporate strategy and management.

As a Board Director of major global companies such as FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Equinix, Mike has developed a deep understanding of global business dynamics. Meanwhile, his experience in building and scaling innovative startups such as Scale.ai and Clumio exemplifies his entrepreneurial spirit.

Mike has a proven track record of expertise in the technology industry and extensive experience in leadership, corporate strategy, and startup development. His presence is highly valued in the boardrooms of various global organizations.