Mark Cates

Mark Cates is currently the Principal Product Manager for AI Solutions at NetApp, leading initiatives in AI, machine learning, and big data. Previously, Mark held various roles, including Director of Product Integrations and Director of Architecture at Peopleclick, where significant achievements included award-winning product management and advancing SaaS architecture best practices. Mark's experience spans multiple companies, including SAS Institute, where they led technological innovations, and NetApp, where they developed FlexPod solutions. Mark is also pursuing advanced degrees in Computer Science and an MBA at renowned universities.