Josh MacHiz

Josh Machiz is an accomplished marketing executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across prominent organizations. Currently serving as the Chief Marketing Officer at Lightspeed since September 2025, Machiz previously held the position of Partner at Redpoint Ventures from December 2021 to September 2025, where responsibilities included leading the Founder Experience team and enhancing growth for both Redpoint and its portfolio companies. Prior to this, Machiz was the Chief Digital Officer at Nasdaq for over thirteen years, where major accomplishments included spearheading IPO marketing strategies and overseeing the company's digital transformation. Additionally, as Director of Integrated Marketing at Nasdaq, Machiz developed the first digital marketing strategy, which played a crucial role in modernizing the brand. Educational credentials include a B.S. in Microbiology from McGill University and an MBA in Finance and Information Systems from Fordham Gabelli School of Business.