Gavin Wachtel

Gavin Wachtel is a seasoned product management professional with extensive experience in both technical and leadership roles, currently serving as a Senior Lead Product Manager at Cox Automotive Inc. since January 2020. In this position, Gavin has successfully led scrum teams to enhance digital contracting processes and launched a groundbreaking product that dramatically reduced go-to-market costs and timelines. Previous roles include Product Manager at Slingshot Health, where Gavin managed a significant portion of the company’s personnel and contributed to the development of a marketplace connecting providers and patients, and QA Manager at Everwise, where Gavin increased deployment frequency and facilitated collaboration across teams. Gavin's career also includes pivotal roles at Chloe and Isabel Thrive, where responsibilities spanned quality assurance and product management, demonstrating a strong ability to bridge gaps between various departments. Gavin holds a Bachelor's degree in Political Science and Government from Queens College.