Misha Leybovich

AI products at Google Labs

Misha Leybovich is a prominent entrepreneur and product leader based in New York, known for his innovative work in technology and artificial intelligence. He is the founder of ♾️ 8P Strategy, a venture focused on niche AI transformations and leveraging AI capabilities to address traditional problems in novel ways.3 4

Professional Background

Leybovich has an extensive background in the tech industry, with significant roles at major companies:

Google: He has held multiple positions, including Senior Product Manager and is currently involved with AI products at Google Labs since 2023.1
SpaceX: He served as the Director of Starlink Sales from 2020 to 2021, contributing to the company's ambitious satellite internet project.1
Meograph, Inc.: As CEO and Head of Product from 2012 to 2019, he led efforts in developing innovative storytelling tools.2
McKinsey & Company: He worked as a management consultant in the Tech & Public Sector division from 2009 to 2011.2

Leybovich's educational background includes a degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he studied aerospace engineering, and he has also been a visiting researcher at Cambridge University.2

Skills and Interests

Misha is recognized for his ability to build scalable systems and delightful products, with a creative approach to technology. He is proficient in English and has limited working proficiency in Russian and Spanish.2 His interests span various fields, including AI, product management, and creative technology, which he explores through writing and speaking engagements.2

Highlights

Mar 26 · Washington Times

Conservative animator mobilizing to boost Trump's 2020 campaign - Washington Times

Jan 24 · The Washington Post

Sanders supporters have weaponized Facebook to spread angry memes about his Democratic rivals - The Washington Post

Mar 31 · lincolnliontales.com

Lion Tales Interview: Misha Leybovich, CEO of Trio

Nov 7 · youtube.com

Adding value vs getting paid, with Misha Leybovich from Meograph

Experience

AI products @ Google Labs (2023 - Present)

Senior Product Manager at Google (2022 - 2023), Product Manager at Google (2021 - 2022), Director, Starlink Sales at SpaceX (2020 - 2021), Founder at Bigtent Creative (2019 - 2021), CEO & Head of Product at Meograph, Inc. (2012 - 2019), Management Consultant, Tech & Public Sector at McKinsey & Company - Business Technology Office (2009 - 2011), Visiting Researcher at Cambridge University - Judge Business School (2007 - 2008), Graduate Researcher at Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Space Policy and Society Group (2006 - 2008), Member of Technical Staff at The Aerospace Corporation - Economic and Market Analysis Center (2005 - 2006), Student President at Associated Students of the University of California (2004 - 2005)