Kira Makagon

Kira Makagon is a serial entrepreneur and business and technology leader known for her innovation and trailblazing work in the tech industry, particularly in Silicon Valley.

Currently serving as the Chief Innovation Officer at RingCentral, she oversees various aspects including product strategy, management, design, engineering, and research & development.

Kira is a prominent public speaker, writer, and blogger, sharing her insights on technology and business on platforms like LinkedIn, Forbes Tech Council, and her website KiraMakagon.com.

She is actively involved in mentoring younger entrepreneurs and advising early-stage companies, showcasing her dedication to nurturing future talents in the industry.

With a rich entrepreneurial background, Kira co-founded successful technology companies like Octane and RedAril, and has been part of notable IPOs at Scopus and RingCentral. She also serves on the board of Calix.

Kira's passion for technology ignited during her teenage years in San Francisco, where her gender-neutral upbringing by immigrant parents instilled in her the belief that she could achieve anything.

Recognized for her contributions, Kira has received numerous accolades including Most Influential Women in Business, Women of Influence, and multiple Stevie Awards for her executive and innovative achievements.

Her specialties include entrepreneurship, product strategy, software engineering, SaaS, leadership, public speaking, mentorship, women in tech advocacy, business communications, CRM, adtech, corporate development, and marketing.

She holds a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor's in Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley.