Mike is the COO and co-founder of Branch, the industry-leading mobile linking platform for driving app growth and user engagement. Branch's robust deep linking solutions connect brands with their app users across all marketing channels while delivering the most optimal user experience. Branch is a trusted solution for over 15,000 apps to grow and stay engaged with their mobile user base. Prior to Branch, Mike spent 5 years in product development for 3M, where he launched over a dozen products and acquired 10 patents. He holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Bucknell and an MBA from Stanford University. Outside work, Mike spent 8 years as a volunteer firefighter/EMT and is an avid woodworker.