Mike Sutherland

Mike Sutherland is a data-driven Go-to-Market (GTM) executive with a strong focus on fostering high-performing teams and driving market adoption for cutting-edge B2B technologies.

With over 20 years of leadership experience in GTM for B2B software, Mike has a track record of success in various renowned tech companies like Google, Prezi, and Groove.

He played a pivotal role as a founding executive team member at Groove, overseeing both pre-sales and post-sales operations which culminated in the company's acquisition by Clari.

During his tenure at Google, Mike championed the cloud's capabilities in the clash against Microsoft, while at Prezi, he championed dynamic storytelling as a compelling alternative to traditional PowerPoint presentations.

At Groove, he spearheaded the creation of a Sales Engagement category that prompted Salesforce to introduce multiple product lines to uphold its competitive edge.

Mike holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, and a Bachelor's degree in Economics and History from the University of Virginia.

Currently, he has held notable positions such as Vice President of Sales Engagement, Senior Vice President of Customer Experience, and Vice President of Sales at Clari.

Passionate about tackling challenging issues alongside talented individuals, Mike thrives on introducing revolutionary products to the market.

Having a rich background in advising and investing, Mike Sutherland remains open to opportunities in these areas.