Michael Wu

SVP, Deputy General Counsel at Carta

Michael Wu is a seasoned technical director and software developer with a background in computer science. He has held high-level positions at Electronic Arts, IBM, and other notable high-tech firms. Currently, Michael is the Vice President of Software Development at REW.ca, where he leads a team of data engineers and web developers to create enterprise-ready business solutions for the Canadian real estate industry.

Michael has a passion for leading teams to create seamless online portals and solving industry-specific problems. His experience includes bridging the gap between business and technical teams by fostering an environment of innovation, collaboration, open communication, and accountability. As a result, he ensures on-time delivery to market of next-generation software.

Michael holds a Bachelor of Computer Science from The University of British Columbia. He has a wealth of experience in software engineering, technical leadership, and program analysis. His skills and expertise in real estate, software development, and team leadership make him a valuable asset to any organization.

Experience

SVP, Deputy General Counsel at Carta since November 2020

General Counsel, Chief Of Staff, Head of People, Operations / Business Development / Legal at Carta; Adjunct Professor at Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law; Board Member at Grassroots Ecology; Associate at Cooley LLP

Education

J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law; M.B.A. in Management and Strategy, Finance from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management; B.S. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from University of California, Berkeley