Gabe Nelson

Gabe Nelson has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Gabe is currently the Head of Operations at Hivemapper, where they lead the operations team and is responsible for business analytics, strategic planning, supply/distribution partnerships, growth operations, and customer success.

Prior to their role at Hivemapper, Gabe worked at Lyft for four years, starting as a Senior Manager of Operations Strategy and eventually leading a 40+ person cross-functional team as the acting Head of Lyft Rentals. During their time at Lyft, they successfully built a rental car product from concept to national scale, achieving eight-digit annual revenue and an industry-leading Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 74. Gabe was recognized for their achievements and promoted multiple times, also being selected for Lyft's development program for future executives.

Before their tenure at Lyft, Gabe had an internship at Porsche Consulting as a Consultant, where they advised the U.S. CEO on go-to-market strategy for an automotive technology consulting office in Silicon Valley.

Prior to that, Gabe gained valuable experience as a Reporter for Crain Communications Inc., specifically at Automotive News. During their time there, they authored over 1,000 articles focusing on the auto industry, specializing in connected, autonomous, shared, and electric mobility. Gabe also initiated coverage of Silicon Valley companies such as Tesla, Waymo, and Cruise, a move that was later adopted by rival publications.

Gabe's early career was at E&E Publishing LLC, where they worked as a Reporter covering environmental policy on Capitol Hill. Their work provided him with an in-depth understanding of federal policymaking.

Overall, Gabe Nelson's work experience showcases their expertise in operations, strategy, consulting, and journalism, making him a well-rounded professional with a strong track record of success.

Gabe Nelson holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Michigan. Additionally, they have pursued higher education at Georgetown University McDonough School of Business, where they obtained a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. The exact years of study for both degrees are not provided.