Laura Thompson

Laura Thompson is a strategic product marketing leader currently serving as an Advisor in Product Marketing & Go-To-Market at X, the moonshot factory (formerly known as Google X). She has over a decade of experience in product marketing and innovation, focusing on launching new products and businesses that drive significant growth.

Professional Background

• Current Role: At X, Laura has been involved in various initiatives aimed at developing groundbreaking technologies. She was one of the early non-engineering hires at X, contributing to projects like Wing, a delivery drone service, and a smart contact lens for diabetics.

• Previous Experience: Laura has held several prominent positions, including:

  • Founder & Program Director at Execs on Deck, where she leads a community aimed at helping top leaders enhance their careers through executive coaching and programming.
  • VP of Marketing at Farther, a fintech startup.
  • Entrepreneur In Residence at Brown University, where she focused on entrepreneurship education.
  • Investor at GV (formerly Google Ventures) and Advisor to Wayfinder, an edtech startup.

Education

Laura holds a Bachelor’s degree in Public Policy & American Institutions from Brown University, along with certificates in Marketing from INSEAD and Personal Financial Planning from UC Berkeley.

Personal Insights

Laura is also known for her passion for mentorship and community building, as evidenced by her work with Execs on Deck and her involvement in educational initiatives through Wayfinder. Her career reflects a commitment to innovation and leadership in technology and education.123