Brendan Sterne

Brendan Sterne is a seasoned leader in product development and management with extensive experience across multiple industries. Currently serving as Chief Product Officer at Vention since November 2024, Brendan is focused on democratizing industrial automation through innovative software and hardware solutions. Previously, Brendan held the role of Chief Product Officer at Xometry, where efforts centered on enhancing access to manufacturing for diverse businesses. Brendan co-founded Formative Loop, a widely adopted math program for elementary schools, and was instrumental at Indeed.com in various leadership positions, including General Vice President and General Manager for the Job Seeker division. Brendan's earlier roles include significant positions at Bazaarvoice, Callvine, Interact Inc., Panasonic Mobiles, and Trilogy Software, showcasing a strong foundation in software engineering and team leadership. Brendan holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and Math from the University of Waterloo and a Master's degree in General Humanities from California State University-Dominguez Hills.