Mike Waas

Mike Waas is the Founder and CEO of Datometry, a company focused on transforming enterprise database deployment through innovative technology. Active in various professional organizations, Mike has been a member of the Forbes Technology Council and Vistage Worldwide since 2021 and 2020, respectively. Prior experience includes a leadership role at Pivotal Software, where Mike directed Advanced R&D initiatives, and significant positions at Amazon.com and Microsoft Corp., contributing to the development of advanced database technologies and query processors. Mike's academic background includes a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Amsterdam and a Master's degree from Universität Passau, alongside previous research roles at prestigious institutions such as Universita di Bologna and CWI.