Hi, I'm Gretchen Howard - Board Member at Thumbtack
I thrive on building and problem-solving, scaling operations and product growth. My passion lies in leadership, team management, and customer strategy within dynamic tech environments. I'm driven by creating efficient, innovative cultures that achieve ambitious goals.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Managed global operations and led teams as Managing Director at Google.
Currently serving on boards for Thumbtack and Flywire to drive strategic growth.
Can help others by providing expertise in scaling operations and product strategy.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Leadership at Google
Gained extensive experience in managing and scaling operations in a large tech environment.
✦ Managing Director
✦ Strategy
✦ Operations
Executive Leadership at Robinhood
Led significant scaling and company building initiatives to go public
✦ COO
✦ Scaling
✦ Team Management
Strategic Board Governance
Currently contributing strategic oversight and governance to technology companies.
✦ Board Member
✦ Thumbtack
✦ Flywire
✦ AllTrails
✦ Teton Gravity Research
💪🏻 Superpowers
Scaling Operations Architect
Expertise in growing businesses through strategic operational development.
✦ Proven ability to scale operations alongside rapid product growth.
✦ Implemented strategies that enhanced efficiency and team performance.
✦ Managed complex operational challenges in fast-paced environments.
Leadership & Team Cultivator
Building high-performing teams and fostering strong organizational culture.
✦ Extensive experience in leadership and effective team management.
✦ Adept at creating positive and productive engineering cultures.
✦ Skilled in developing cross functional teams for high velocity success
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with innovators shaping the future of technology and operations.
✦ Exploring collaborative opportunities for high-impact strategic initiatives.
✦ Discovering new ventures where operational excellence drives significant growth.
I can help with
✦ Provide strategic guidance on scaling operations and product development.
✦ Offer insights into building and managing high-performing teams.
✦ Share expertise on developing effective customer and sales strategies.
I would love your help on
✦ Insights into emerging market trends and disruptive technologies.
✦ Connections with founders and leaders in the early-stage startup ecosystem.
✦ Feedback on innovative operational models and growth frameworks.