Erik Ornitz

Erik Ornitz is an entrepreneurial product leader and general manager with a strong background in developing cross-functional teams for marketplace and vertical SaaS ventures. He is dedicated to creating elegant products that empower customers. Erik is also known for his advocacy and support for cancer research, along with his interests in food and the outdoors. Erik completed his Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Harvard Business School, his Bachelors of Arts in Business Economics and Entrepreneurship at Brown University, and his studies in European Business & Economics at Københavns Universitet - University of Copenhagen. In his professional journey, Erik has held key roles such as Chief Product Officer and SVP, GM of B2B Product at Block Renovation, Sr. Director of Product Management, GM of New Ventures, Director of Product Management, New Ventures, and Product Manager at Tripadvisor. He has also served as a Board Member & Advisor at Topline Pro. Prior to that, Erik gained experience in venture capital and investment banking at companies like Acumen and Morgan Stanley. Additionally, he co-founded American Pressed Bakery and interned in Private Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley.