Hi, I'm Steve Uphaus - Head of Global Partnerships @ Google
I thrive on connecting with innovative founders and leaders, exploring collaborative opportunities that drive mutual growth. My passion lies in discovering emerging trends and disruptive business models, translating complex challenges into scalable success.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led Global Partnerships for Google Search & Information, developing strategic alliances across international markets.
Currently serves as a Strategic Advisor, guiding emerging companies with expertise in digital strategy and growth leadership.
Can help others by offering strategic guidance on partnership development, digital advertising, and building high-performing teams.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Roles at Google
Began career with Sales & Operations Associate role, gaining foundational experience.
✦ Sales
✦ Operations
International Leadership Exposure
Participated in Global Sales Leadership Rotation in Milan, Italy, broadening international perspective.
✦ Global Sales
✦ Leadership
✦ Italy
Driving Global Partnerships
Led Global Partnerships for Search & Information, a significant tenure focused on strategic alliances.
✦ Global Partnerships
✦ Search
✦ Information
Strategic Advisory
Currently serving as Strategic Advisor, guiding companies with extensive industry knowledge.
✦ Strategic Advisor
✦ Growth
✦ Emerging Companies
💪🏻 Superpowers
Global Partnership Architect
Mastering the art of building and scaling international alliances
✦ Orchestrated global partnerships for Google's Search & Information.
✦ Drove strategic initiatives across multiple international markets.
✦ Established and nurtured high-impact business relationships.
Digital Advertising Strategist
Navigating the complexities of online advertising and SEM
✦ Expertise in Google Ads, SEM, and PPC campaign optimization.
✦ Developed and implemented comprehensive digital marketing strategies.
✦ Leveraged web analytics for data-driven decision-making.
Growth Catalyst
Translating operational expertise into scalable business success
✦ Guided strategic growth initiatives for emerging companies.
✦ Applied leadership experience to navigate market challenges.
✦ Focuses on building sustainable revenue streams.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with innovative founders and leaders in the tech space.
✦ Exploring collaborative opportunities to drive mutual growth.
✦ Discovering emerging trends and disruptive business models.
I can help with
✦ Offer strategic guidance on partnership development and scaling.
✦ Share insights on navigating the digital advertising landscape.
✦ Provide mentorship on building high-performing teams.
I would love your help on
✦ Gain introductions to promising early-stage startups.
✦ Learn about new platforms and technologies disrupting industries.
✦ Find potential collaborators for future ventures.