Michelle Claxton

Michelle Claxton currently holds a position in Product Partnerships & Business Development at DoorDash, focusing on launching and scaling white-label restaurant services. In addition, Michelle serves as a mentor at First Round Capital, guiding early-stage operators and emerging leaders. Previously, Michelle served as Head of New Ventures at Pacaso, where strategic growth initiatives were implemented for market expansion and new business lines. At Google, Michelle had a significant impact in various roles, including Senior Product Manager and Global Partnerships & GTM Strategy, driving product launches and partnership strategies across multiple countries. Earlier experience includes management consulting at Triage Consulting Group, specializing in healthcare engagements, and equity research with BayStreet Research, LLC. Michelle holds an MBA in Strategic Management from The Wharton School and a BA in Economics and Public Policy from the University of California, Berkeley.