Michael
Novack
Builder. Operator. Leader.
I lead product strategy and cross-functional teams at high-growth companies, specializing in marketplaces, AI, and SaaS platforms. Previously at Dropbox, Postmates, and JustEat, scaling products from zero to millions of users.
Why the Wilderness is Important to Me
Growing up, I spent summers portaging through Algonquin Park and the remote channels of Temagami. Those expeditions taught me everything I know about leadership: how teams start disjointed but come together through shared challenges, how to stay focused when conditions get tough, and how to make it work with whatever resources you have.
There's something magical about a team laughing together while rain pours down on your campsite. That's the same energy I bring to product teams when we're facing impossible deadlines or pivoting strategy.
Areas of Expertise
Four core areas where I drive impact and create value for growing companies.
Product Strategy
Transforming market opportunities into winning product roadmaps that drive business outcomes
Growth & Scaling
Building systems and processes that enable sustainable growth from thousands to millions of users
Team Leadership
Creating high-performing cross-functional teams where everyone does their best work
Business Operations
Optimizing operations and processes to unlock efficiency and focus on high-impact work