Ed Ruth

Ed Ruth is a seasoned executive with a vast background in investment, innovation, and business development, specializing in technology, media, and telecom sectors. He has over 20 years of experience in driving value creation and team building.

Currently, Ed serves as the head of Global Partnerships & Partner Marketing in Apple's Internet Software and Services Group, bringing his extensive expertise to this role. Prior to joining Apple, he led strategic investments and venture development at Verizon Ventures, the global corporate venture arm of Verizon.

During his tenure at Verizon, Ed managed significant marketing budgets, oversaw substantial investment portfolios, and played a pivotal role in the company's business expansion in Silicon Valley for almost a decade. His experience encompasses multimillion-dollar marketing strategies, investment funding exceeding $100 million, and managing P&L upwards of $1 billion related to mobile and media offerings.

Ed's academic background includes a BA in Communications from the University of California, San Diego. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Ed excelled in swimming, earning the title of a 15-time All American and serving as the Team Captain for UCSD's Men's Swimming Team.

Ed Ruth's expertise spans various domains such as Business Development, Media and Entertainment, Global Team Building, Partnership Management, Financial Modeling, Consumer/Internet/Mobile Services, as well as emerging technologies like Spatial Computing, Internet of Things, Automated Mobility, Smart Cities, Blockchain, Location-based technology, and Generative AI.

His professional journey includes roles at prominent organizations like Apple, Verizon Ventures, and various board and investor positions at companies such as 8i, Renovo.auto, mitú, Filament, Veniam, and Glympse. Ed has also contributed to SparkLabs Global Ventures and held significant positions at Verizon in areas like New Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, and Mobile Applications.