Michael Bullock

Energizer
DISC Type : I

Director, Platforms & Devices Central Strategy at Google

Mountain View, California, United States

Overview

Michael Bullock is a Director of Central Strategy for Platforms & Devices at Google, where he leads strategy, M&A, and business operations. An alumnus of Loyola University Chicago and the University of Illinois Chicago, he is described by colleagues as an incredibly deep expert in the mobile industry.

Outside of his core strategic functions, Michael is known for his high-energy approach, confidence, and a sense of humor. He is characterized as an adaptable communicator with a strong willingness to learn and push for innovative solutions beyond the norm.

He championed Motorola’s original wearable strategy, defining the product positioning and go-to-market plan that shaped its early entries into the smartwatch market.

Personality Overview

Imaginative

Enthusiastic

Full Of Energy

They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships.  They are people oriented, friendly and like creating new connections. They are naturally enthusiastic, so take their promise with a pinch of salt.

Topics They Care About

Corporate Strategy
His entire career at Google and Motorola has centered on leading corporate strategy, business operations, and integration for major technology divisions.
Mergers & Acquisitions
Has extensive expertise in M&A, corporate restructuring, and integration, having been part of Motorola's transitions under both Google and Lenovo.
Wearable Technology
He was a key architect of Motorola's early wearable strategy, demonstrating a long-standing interest in the evolution of personal devices.

Media Appearances

Michael has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2024
Director, Platforms & Devices Central Strategy at Google
8-2022 - 7-2024
Director, Device and Services Central Strategy at Google
2-2017 - 8-2022
Hardware Strategy Principal at Google
10-2014 - 12-2016
Senior Director of Business Operations and Strategy at Motorola Mobility (a Lenovo Company)
4-2012 - 10-2014
Director of Strategy, Motorola at Motorola Mobility (a Google Company)

Education

1997 - 2000
MBA from Loyola University Chicago
BS from University of Illinois Chicago

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Exp : 32 Location : Mountain View, California, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director, Platforms & Devices Central Strategy at Google
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Insights For Selling To Michael

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share some stories about how you you have helped people in similar positions succeed
  • Use phrases like ‘people will love’, ‘massive impact’ etc.
  • Talk anecdotally about the customer experience that your product offers

DONT's

  • Don’t push them to make a decision too fast, let them get comfortable first
  • Avoid cutting into their flow
  • Don’t be too formal, focus on building comfort and trust

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Michael is

  • Relationship and trust can be vital with them, sometimes more than anything else.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Michael

  • They are unlikely to say no directly, you have to make that decision yourself.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Michael move?

  • They are not the fastest decision makers, their friendly approach can give false positive signals.
  • Can Michael take some risk or not?

  • They can take certain risks that are unlikely to have personal consequences.

You And Michael

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