Hi, I'm Mike Clarke - Making new things
I'm passionate about transforming how we distribute and engage with film, bridging my deep experience in tech product innovation with creative storytelling. I thrive when exploring new models and connecting with collaborators for media ventures.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Founded a company with a successful exit, developing innovative mobile consumer products and connected devices.
Driving new approaches to film distribution by applying product development principles to the media landscape.
Can offer strategic insights on product development for media companies and guidance on IP management.
🚀 Career trajectory
Startup Founder & Innovator
Built and scaled mobile consumer products and connected devices, culminating in a successful company exit. Gained deep experience in hardware/software systems, IP, and business compliance.
✦ Entrepreneurship
✦ Product Launch
✦ Exit
Product Leader at Google
Drove product strategy for health initiatives and wearable technology (Fitbit) within Google, focusing on user-centric solutions and market impact.
✦ Product Management
✦ Wearables
✦ Health Tech
Creative Industry Pursuits
Transitioned focus to the film industry, actively developing skills in screenwriting, editing, and exploring innovative distribution models.
✦ Screenwriting
✦ Film Editing
✦ Distribution Strategy
💪🏻 Superpowers
Entrepreneurial Product Visionary
Translating complex tech into consumer realities.
✦ Led mobile consumer product and connected device launches.
✦ Managed hardware and software systems from concept to market.
✦ Secured successful exit for a previous venture.
Film Industry Innovator
Bridging creative storytelling with business strategy.
✦ Developing new approaches to film distribution.
✦ Applying product development principles to media.
✦ Cultivating skills in screenwriting and editing.
Complex Deal Navigator
Expertise in intellectual property and compliance.
✦ Managed intellectual property portfolios and licensing.
✦ Negotiated critical business and contractual agreements.
✦ Ensured adherence to business and regulatory compliance.
I'm excited about
✦ Exploring new models for film distribution and audience engagement.
✦ Connecting with individuals passionate about innovative media ventures.
✦ Discovering collaborators for screenwriting and film projects.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic insights on product development for media companies.
✦ Share experience in building and exiting technology ventures.
✦ Provide guidance on IP management and complex negotiations.
I would love your help on
✦ Identifying key players in independent film distribution.
✦ Finding collaborators for film financing and production.
✦ Connecting with seasoned screenwriters and directors.