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Hi, I’m

Michael Moshe Elkouby

New York,NY

Summary

Seasoned global executive with 19+ years leading high-performance sales, partnerships, and business development organizations across AI, cloud, and immersive technology sectors. Expert in structuring multi-million-dollar alliances, scaling global go-to-market programs, and building cross-functional teams that consistently exceed revenue targets. Proven record of managing complex partner ecosystems, driving $500M+ in cumulative deal value, and aligning strategic vision with operational excellence to accelerate growth across media, SaaS, and enterprise technology.

Overview

19
years of professional experience
4
Certification

Work History

Napster AI

VP, Ecosystem Partnerships & Revenue Strategy
11.2024 - Current

Job overview

At Infinite Reality X Napster AI, I lead global partnerships and commercial strategy for our immersive experience ecosystem, bringing together AI, 3D, and real-time rendering technologies to power next-generation virtual environments.


  • I direct our sales and partnership strategy across immersive content production, AI-powered creation tools, and XR integrations managing the end-to-end pipeline, forecasting performance, and driving revenue outcomes. I’ve negotiated strategic alliances with Sketchfab, TurboSquid, Unity and Ready Player Me, which expanded our ecosystem reach and enabled seamless interoperability across 3D, VR, and web-based experiences.
  • I also developed immersive monetization frameworks and co-sell programs that created new recurring revenue streams for creators, brands, and enterprise partners leveraging Infinite Reality’s platform. Beyond deal execution, I oversee cross-functional resource management across sales, engineering, and creative teams to ensure alignment and delivery against growth targets.
  • Working closely with marketing and GTM teams, I’ve helped launch immersive brand activations and virtual campaigns that have increased partner engagement and inbound opportunities by more than 30%.

Meta

Head of Partnerships & Business Development
01.2021 - 11.2024

Job overview

At Meta, I led global partnerships and business development for the company’s Metaverse and immersive technology division, driving over $225M in annual partner revenue through large-scale strategic alliances that redefined how brands and creators engage in 3D and virtual environments.


  • I built and led a 30-person global partnerships organization spanning sales, business development, marketing, and product—unifying teams under a shared vision of scaling Meta’s immersive ecosystem. My team and I forged transformational alliances with Disney, Netflix, Warner Bros., and Paramount, co-developing interactive 3D and AR experiences that opened new revenue channels for both Meta and our partners.
  • I spearheaded the launch of Meta’s creator monetization suite, empowering developers and artists to build, sell, and collaborate inside the metaverse—driving a 15% increase in platform adoption and engagement. To sustain this momentum, I implemented sales enablement systems and performance KPIs that improved partner-driven deal velocity by 25%, accelerating both pipeline conversion and cross-functional alignment.
  • Representing Meta on the global stage at CES, SXSW, and Cannes Lions, I showcased the future of immersive storytelling and built high-value relationships that expanded our enterprise pipeline and positioned Meta as a leader in spatial innovation.

Verbit

Sr. Director, OEM Sales & Channel Partnerships
01.2021 - 12.2021

Job overview

(1099)


At Verbit AI, I was responsible for expanding the company’s reach across media, enterprise, and education through strategic alliances, OEM partnerships, and large-scale channel development. I focused on driving measurable revenue growth while positioning Verbit as a leader in speech-to-text and conversational AI solutions.


  • I successfully negotiated partnerships with Disney+, Netflix, S&P Global, and Blackstone, which significantly broadened our enterprise footprint and accelerated Verbit’s entry into new high-value verticals. Through proactive ecosystem development and channel enablement, I expanded our partner network by 250 percent, driving a 30 percent increase in enterprise adoption and boosting partner-influenced revenue.
  • I worked closely with cross-functional teams across sales, product, and marketing to create joint go-to-market campaigns and co-branded offerings that strengthened Verbit’s competitive positioning and enhanced customer satisfaction. I also introduced new partner success frameworks and performance metrics that improved pipeline visibility, speed of execution, and overall alignment with corporate revenue goals.
  • My time at Verbit reinforced my ability to balance strategic partnership building with the operational discipline needed to deliver rapid, scalable growth.

Google

Sr. Director, Global Revenue Partnerships
01.2012 - 12.2021

Job overview

During my time at Google I led global partnerships, enterprise sales strategy, and go-to-market execution across Google Cloud and Android, building alliances that reshaped how technology, media, and consumer ecosystems converged. My work generated more than $275 million (ARR) in new cloud and licensing revenue while expanding Google’s footprint across AI, media, telecom, and connected device ecosystems.


  • I negotiated and closed Android licensing and OEM distribution agreements with Samsung, LG, and Motorola, securing Google’s position as the leading open-source operating system across mobile, smart TV, and automotive platforms. I also developed long-term collaborations with Qualcomm and Broadcom, aligning next-generation chipsets and edge compute capabilities with Google’s AI and cloud infrastructure roadmap.
  • To support scalable growth, I built and implemented a partner-led GTM framework that accelerated systems integrator engagement, resulting in a 60 percent increase in pipeline volume and substantial growth in partner-driven revenue. I also worked with major broadcasters and streaming platforms to deploy Google Cloud AI for media automation, real-time analytics, and multilingual content workflows, helping them modernize production and delivery globally.
  • Beyond partnerships, I focused on unifying sales, product, engineering, and marketing resources to ensure each collaboration delivered measurable business impact. These efforts collectively positioned Google as a worldwide leader in cloud-enabled media innovation and AI-powered content infrastructure.

Microsoft

Sr. Director, Sales and Alliances
01.2007 - 11.2012

Job overview

At Microsoft, I led enterprise sales and strategic alliances across multiple industries, managing large commercial portfolios and driving consistent double-digit revenue growth. My focus was on expanding market share, building partner-led sales motions, and developing high-performing teams capable of delivering measurable results in competitive global markets.


  • I achieved 15 percent year-over-year revenue growth by executing targeted go-to-market strategies, deepening relationships with enterprise clients, and optimizing our partner ecosystem. I managed regional sales and channel organizations, introducing new performance frameworks and enablement programs that improved productivity by 18 percent and increased overall win rates.
  • One of my key achievements was launching a customer success and forecasting initiative that improved retention and drove 25 percent incremental revenue through upsell and cross-sell opportunities. I also refined our CRM and pipeline management processes, giving leadership clearer visibility into business performance and accelerating decision-making across regions.
  • My time at Microsoft instilled a deep understanding of how to scale global sales operations, manage complex partnerships, and lead diverse teams through transformation, skills that became the foundation for my later success at Google, Meta, and Infinite Reality.

Education

Harvard Business School
MBA

University of Pennsylvania
BA, Business

Skills

    Strategic Partnerships Enterprise Sales & Revenue Leadership Business Development Strategy GTM Planning & Execution Ecosystem Development Channel Enablement Forecasting & Pipeline Management Team Building & Resource Optimization Contract Negotiation AI & 3D Platform Integration Global Market Expansion IP Licensing & Monetization

Accomplishments

  • Delivered more than $500 million in cumulative revenue through partner-sourced and direct sales programs at Google, Meta, Verbit AI, and Infinite Reality by building scalable go-to-market frameworks and ecosystem monetization models.
  • Expanded global partnerships across 30 countries, closing multi-year alliances with Disney, Netflix, Samsung, Porsche, and Qualcomm that accelerated market penetration and positioned each organization as a category leader in immersive technology and AI innovation.
  • Built and led cross-functional organizations of 40 + professionals across sales, partnerships, marketing, and product, achieving consistent double-digit revenue growth and improving partner performance metrics by more than 25 percent.
  • Launched first-of-its-kind immersive monetization programs integrating 3D, XR, and AI technologies, generating new recurring revenue streams for creators, media brands, and enterprise clients while expanding user engagement by 30 percent.
  • Negotiated and executed global licensing and OEM agreements with top hardware and cloud partners that scaled Android and cloud adoption, contributing over $275 million in incremental revenue and broadening Google’s reach across connected-device ecosystems.
  • Recognized twice as Partnerships Director of the Year for delivering transformational results, optimizing partner pipelines, and redefining alliance frameworks that increased profitability, retention, and market share.

Languages

English
French

Certification

Certified Strategic Alliance Professional (CSAP)
Executive Leadership Certificate (Wharton School of Business)
Google Cloud Certified – Cloud Digital Leader
Digital Transformation Leadership Certificate (INSEAD Executive Education)

Timeline

VP, Ecosystem Partnerships & Revenue Strategy

Napster AI
11.2024 - Current

Head of Partnerships & Business Development

Meta
01.2021 - 11.2024

Sr. Director, OEM Sales & Channel Partnerships

Verbit
01.2021 - 12.2021

Sr. Director, Global Revenue Partnerships

Google
01.2012 - 12.2021

Sr. Director, Sales and Alliances

Microsoft
01.2007 - 11.2012

Harvard Business School

University of Pennsylvania

Michael Moshe Elkouby