Todd Warren

Todd Warren is an Adjunct Lecturer at the Farley Center and Department of Computer Science at Northwestern University's McCormick School of Engineering. He combines academic teaching with extensive industry experience, including roles as Interim Director of Software at Ford Motor Company and venture capitalist at Divergent Ventures, where he focuses on early-stage technology companies. Warren holds a BA from Northwestern University.

His professional background spans over 20 years at Microsoft in product management, general management, and product development. He has served on boards for organizations such as Ashesi University Foundation, Socedo, and others, reflecting his expertise in technology, innovation, and governance.

Warren’s teaching focuses on corporate innovation, bridging academic insights with real-world industry challenges. While no specific research publications are highlighted, his career underscores interdisciplinary interests in software development, venture capital, and entrepreneurial ecosystems.