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Michael Bullock

Energizer · DISC type I
Director, Platforms & Devices Central Strategy at Google
📍 Mountain View, California, United States

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.

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Experience
32 Years
Current Role
Director, Platforms & Devices Central Strategy
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Mountain View, California, United States
Personality Overview

How Michael shows up

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.

Priorities

Topics Michael cares 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.
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Career

Work history

7-2024
Director, Platforms & Devices Central Strategy
Google
8-2022 - 7-2024
Director, Device and Services Central Strategy
Google
2-2017 - 8-2022
Hardware Strategy Principal
Google
10-2014 - 12-2016
Senior Director of Business Operations and Strategy
Motorola Mobility (a Lenovo Company)
4-2012 - 10-2014
Director of Strategy, Motorola
Motorola Mobility (a Google Company)
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Education
1997 - 2000
MBA
Loyola University Chicago
BS
University of Illinois Chicago
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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