Philip Marchetti

Philip Marchetti is an Adjunct Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's Integrated Innovation Institute (III) and previously at Iona University. He is a product manager at Maven Machines, a Pittsburgh-based SaaS startup, where he leads cross-functional teams to develop Fleet Operations and Telematics solutions for logistics and trucking industries. His work emphasizes human-centered design to enhance data visibility and user experience for clients. Trained in architecture and business (B.Arts from University of Kentucky), he transitioned to tech product management after earning a graduate degree from CMU III. He has worked at Aurora, Uber ATG, NBCUniversal, and Verizon, focusing on innovation practices at the intersection of technology and user-centric design.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in Architecture & Business, University of Kentucky
• Graduate Degree, Carnegie Mellon University Integrated Innovation Institute

Research interests span product management, design thinking, and innovation in SaaS and telematics, with a focus on practical applications for operational efficiency. His teaching includes design thinking and innovation courses at CMU and Iona University. He actively contributes to Pittsburgh's tech ecosystem, having returned in 2020 to engage with CMU and local startups.