In tech, it's not about merely chasing the next big thing—it's about leading with purpose to the next transformation. My journey through consumer software, e-commerce, enterprise SaaS, and ML/AI has been a relentless pursuit to reshape how we interact with the digital world. My approach? A timeless blend of strategic foresight and execution, always pushing the boundaries to serve customers and keep teams and stakeholders engaged and inspired.
Educated with an M.B.A. from Florida A&M University and enriched through advanced HCI studies at the University of Washington, I bring a scholarly rigor to the pioneering spirit of product aesthetics and innovation.
As the Executive Leader, Product Management, digital consumer experience at Whole Foods Market, a proud Amazon subsidiary, I sculpt customer experiences that turn everyday interactions into moments of discovery and delight. Off the clock, I explore product theory and practice, and publishing writings that empower current and future product leaders.
Dive into my blog, Timeless Product Methods. Here, I'm building a community of product managers ready to challenge the norms and leave a lasting, positive mark on the world through purposeful companies, groundbreaking products and relentless collaborative excellence.
Mikal Lewis has been a guest on 1 episode.
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(Ethically) cheat your way to $250M+ | Mikal Lewis, Product Exec. (Whole Foods, Nordstrom)
February 11th, 2025 | Season 1 | 36 mins 39 secs
business, digital experience, product management, technology
Today, we’re talking with Mikal Lewis, a Digital Product Executive at Whole Foods who drove hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue over the course of his career.
In this episode, Mikal talks about:
- Why you should absolutely (ethically) cheat to get outsized results for your product
- His framework that drove a quarter of a billion dollars in additional revenue for Nordstrom’s online store
- How to use four types of luck to optimize for opportunity
- And, how to build a quiet portfolio so that you can choose your own career moves