Jim Migdal

Business Development / GTM Leader - former Coinbase, Facebook, eBay, Microsoft - exploring next opportunity

San Francisco Bay Area

Overview 

Jim Migdal is a Business Development/GTM Leader with a background at top companies like Coinbase, Facebook, eBay, and Microsoft. He has held senior roles such as VP of Business Development at Coinbase and Director of Business Development at Facebook, showcasing expertise in strategic partnerships and cross-functional team leadership. With a track record of success at leading tech firms, Jim Migdal has demonstrated strong leadership skills and a knack for driving business growth through strategic partnerships. Currently based in the San Francisco Bay Area, he is actively seeking his next opportunity to leverage his extensive experience in business development and go-to-market strategies.

Work Experience 

  • VP of Business Development

    2018 - 2024

  • Interim Head of Business

    2021 - 2022

  • Interim Head of Institutional Coverage

    2019 - 2020

Coinbase Ventures is an investment arm of Coinbase that aims to invest in seed-stage cryptocurrency and blockchain startups.

  • VP Business Development

    2015 - 2017

    Responsible for building relationships with partners to create awesome imaging and video applications that leverage the power of light field imaging.

Lytro is the imaging startup that began as a ground-breaking camera company for consumers.

Raised $215,750,000.00 from Blue Pool Capital, Jaws Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, Qualcomm Ventures, EDBI, Foxconn Technology Group, North Bridge Venture Partners & Growth Equity, New Enterprise Associates, Huayi Brothers Media Group and SuRo Capital.

  • Director, Business Development

    2007 - 2011

Stay N' Alive Productions, LLC is a social media marketing firm that provides clients with measurable profits.

  • Director, Top Buyer Strategy, Planning & Communications

    2006 - 2006

    Responsible for strategy and planning of programs, products and features designed to better serve and retain eBay's top buyers.

  • Senior Manager, Category Management

    2004 - 2006

EBay Ventures invests in disruptive companies that are revolutionizing the commerce landscape.

  • Director, Program Management

    2000 - 2004

  • Director, Business Development

    1999 - 2000

Ingenio is a knowledge-commerce platform, connecting customers and advisors through its proprietary web and telephony technology solutions.

Raised $289,000,000.00 from Alpine Investors.

  • Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships

    1997 - 1999

  • Engagement Manager

    1995 - 1997

  • Associate Consultant

    1989 - 1991

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