Hi, I'm Max Ade - Co-Founder & CEO at Pickleheads
I'm a founder and CEO passionate about building and scaling innovative companies, especially in the digital and consumer product spaces. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can blend strategic marketing with entrepreneurial grit to create market leaders and drive measurable growth.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Founded and scaled multiple ventures, including Maji Bottles, demonstrating early entrepreneurial initiative.
Currently co-leads Pickleheads as CEO, focusing on scaling a digital-first venture with strategic marketing expertise.
Can help others by sharing expertise in digital advertising, startup growth, and building impactful brands.
🚀 Career trajectory
Early Entrepreneurship
Founded Maji Bottles, gaining foundational experience in launching and managing a consumer product company.
✦ Founder
✦ Product Launch
✦ Consumer Goods
Growth Operator & Digital Marketing
Honed digital advertising skills at Google and served as a key early operator at Wilbur Labs, focusing on startup growth.
✦ Digital Advertising
✦ Startup Operations
✦ Wilbur Labs
Co-Founder & CEO
Currently leading Pickleheads, applying comprehensive entrepreneurial and marketing expertise to build a successful venture.
✦ Co-Founder
✦ CEO
✦ Pickleheads
✦ Venture Scaling
💪🏻 Superpowers
Startup Growth Architect
Driving innovation from concept to market leadership.
✦ Founded and scaled multiple ventures, including Maji Bottles.
✦ Spearheaded initial growth and strategy as 1st hire at Wilbur Labs.
✦ Expertise in digital marketing, SEO, and analytics for measurable results.
Digital Advertising Strategist
Maximizing online presence and ROI through targeted campaigns.
✦ Managed Search & Display Ads at Google, driving significant revenue.
✦ Deep understanding of mobile advertising and marketing ecosystems.
✦ Proficient in SEM, online advertising, and market research for campaign optimization.
Cross-Functional Operator
Bridging product vision with execution and business development.
✦ Experience in product marketing and content strategy.
✦ Skilled in business development and public relations for brand elevation.
✦ Combines technical understanding with market-facing communication.
I'm excited about
✦ Seeking to connect with ambitious founders and investors to explore future venture opportunities.
✦ Looking to share insights on scaling digital-first companies and building strong brand narratives.
✦ Eager to discover innovative startups and potential collaborations within the tech and consumer product spaces.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic guidance on digital marketing and user acquisition for early-stage startups.
✦ Provide insights into building and scaling a company from the ground up.
✦ Share expertise on navigating the complexities of online advertising and product positioning.
I would love your help on
✦ Looking for introductions to venture capital firms specializing in consumer tech.
✦ Seeking advice on expanding into new market segments and international growth.
✦ Interested in connecting with potential strategic partners for cross-promotional opportunities.