Steven Woods

Dr. Steven Woods is a prominent figure in the tech industry, currently serving as the CTO and Operating Partner at Inovia Capital Partners.

With a background in computer science, Dr. Woods has held various roles in renowned organizations such as Google, AOL/Time Warner, and several startups.

During his tenure at Google from 2008 to 2021, he significantly grew the engineering team in Canada and led various projects across different domains including consumer products, ads, enterprise solutions, and infrastructure.

Prior to Google, Dr. Woods founded NeoEdge Networks, a startup that focused on ad-enablement services and targeted advertising in the gaming industry.

He has also been involved in developing innovative consumer solutions, including being the Vice President of Voice Services at AOL/Time Warner and co-founding Quack.com.

His educational background includes a Ph.D. and Masters in Computer Science from the University of Waterloo, where he also earned a B.Sc. Hons. in Computer Science from the University of Saskatchewan.

Dr. Woods has a wide range of specialties such as consumer services, software innovation, entrepreneurship, online advertising, and leadership.

In addition to his professional roles, he has been part of various boards and advisory committees, showcasing his commitment to technological innovation and ethical practices in artificial intelligence.

Dr. Woods has also been actively involved in community initiatives and has a passion for mentoring startups and fostering technological advancements.

His vast experience, leadership skills, and technical expertise make Dr. Steven Woods a valuable asset in the technology and innovation landscape.