Joe Ryan

Joe Ryan has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Joe is currently working as the GM & VP of Product at Samsara since 2022. Prior to that, they held various positions at different companies, including being a Member of the Industry Advisory Board at California Polytechnic State University since 2015.

In terms of their previous roles, Joe worked at salesforce.com for a decade, starting as a Senior Product Manager in 2012 and ending as the SVP of Product in 2022. During their tenure, they owned and innovated products, particularly in the Platform organization.

Before that, they were the Director of Monetization at Smule from 2011 to 2012, where they managed customer acquisition, engagement, and monetization for iOS apps. Joe also improved analytics and reporting capabilities and developed key performance indicators.

Additionally, Joe has experience as a Board Observer at Watchdox and as a Senior Associate at Shasta Ventures. Joe worked at VMware as a Senior Product Marketing Manager from 2008 to 2010, driving the go-to-market strategy for a major product line. Joe played a significant role in growing the business and enabling the sales force and partners.

Prior to that, Joe worked in the Corporate Strategy & Development group at Intuit and as a Summer Associate. Joe also had a tenure at IBM Research, where they served as a Business Development Consultant and later as a Research Associate in Storage Systems. In these roles, they worked on technology innovation, developed prototypes, and contributed to patents and product enhancements.

Alongside their professional roles, Joe has also pursued personal IoT projects, demonstrating their passion for embedded systems and electronics.

Overall, Joe Ryan brings a wealth of experience and expertise in product management, business development, and innovation across various industries.

Joe Ryan is an individual with a strong educational background. Joe pursued their Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, which they completed in the years 1997 to 2002. Subsequently, Joe enrolled in the same university to obtain a Master's degree in Computer Science from 2002 to 2004. Seeking further expertise, they then joined Stanford University Graduate School of Business and acquired a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree, serving from 2006 to 2008.