Hi, I'm Rod Slater - Global Principal ISV Partner Development Manager at Google
I thrive on building and scaling SaaS GTM strategies, transforming technical co-innovation into market leadership. My passion lies in bridging deep enterprise software knowledge with AI/ML and GenAI integration.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led global ISV SaaS GTM strategies at Google, driving market leadership.
Specializes in integrating AI/ML and Generative AI into SaaS offerings.
Can help orchestrate complex technology partnerships and scale SaaS solutions.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Software Development
Began career in software development, gaining deep technical understanding.
✦ Software Development
✦ Enterprise Software
Platform Strategy Leadership
Transitioned to leadership roles, focusing on platform strategy and services.
✦ Platform Services
✦ PaaS
✦ Leadership
Cloud Partner Development
Focused on cloud computing platforms, particularly Azure, and ISV ecosystem growth.
✦ Cloud Computing
✦ ISV
✦ Partner Management
✦ Microsoft Azure
Global ISV GTM Lead
Currently driving global ISV SaaS GTM strategies with a focus on AI/ML integration at Google Cloud.
✦ SaaS
✦ Go-to-market Strategy
✦ AI/ML
✦ Google Cloud
💪🏻 Superpowers
SaaS GTM Architect
Designing and executing end-to-end SaaS Go-To-Market strategies.
✦ Specializes in ISV ecosystem evolution.
✦ Drives SaaS GTM from build to market launch.
✦ Translates technical co-innovation into commercial success.
AI/ML Integration Catalyst
Leveraging cutting-edge AI/ML and GenAI for differentiated SaaS value.
✦ Integrates AI/ML and Generative AI into SaaS offerings.
✦ Focuses on creating unique value through third-party tech.
✦ Combines technical depth with commercial acumen.
Partnership Orchestrator
Building and scaling high-impact technology partnerships.
✦ Excels in navigating complex matrixed organizations.
✦ Builds 'connective tissue' between engineering, product, and sales.
✦ Develops robust marketing and PR engines from partnerships.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with innovators shaping the future of cloud and AI.
✦ Exploring strategic partnerships to drive market disruption.
✦ Discovering opportunities to scale SaaS solutions globally.
I can help with
✦ Provide strategic guidance on ISV SaaS GTM initiatives.
✦ Help orchestrate complex technology partnerships for mutual growth.
✦ Offer insights into leveraging AI/ML for product differentiation.
I would love your help on
✦ Insights into emerging AI/ML trends and applications.
✦ Connections with enterprise leaders exploring cloud solutions.
✦ Feedback on novel SaaS GTM approaches in specific verticals.