Jake Knapp

About

Jake Knapp is a celebrated author known for his books "Make Time" and the New York Times bestseller "Sprint". His extensive experience in the tech industry spans over a decade, during which he spent ten years at Google and Google Ventures.

At Google, Jake conceived the design sprint, a process that has since become a cornerstone in modern software development. His expertise and knowledge in the field have led him to coach over 150 companies. Some notable teams that benefited from his coaching include those at Slack, Uber, the New York Times, and LEGO.

He currently resides in San Francisco with his wife and sons.

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Jake Knapp has a credibility rating of 81 out of 1000 on Modern Mentor AI, making them a developing voice, ranking #48 of the 127 business thought leaders we track. The rating weighs reach against substance, so a high score reflects more than popularity.

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