Michael Cerdá

Chief Product Advisor

Build Something

Alma Mater: California Polytechnic State University

Michael Cerda is a veteran product and technology leader who has served as Chief Product Officer and executive at some of the world’s most influential companies.

Most recently, he led product, design, and engineering at TelevisaUnivision, where he helped launch ViX, the largest Spanish-language streaming service in the world.

Previously, he was VP of Product at Disney Streaming, where he helped launch Disney+ to over 100 million subscribers. He also served as Chief Digital Officer at Goldman Sachs’ Marcus division, Chief Experience Officer at Live Nation/Ticketmaster, and Director of Product at Facebook.

Earlier in his career, he founded and sold multiple venture-backed startups. In 2025, he authored and published Build Something, a book on leadership, resilience, and the craft of building great teams and enduring products.

His journey—from small-town California to leading global media and tech platforms—gives him a unique lens on how modern businesses are built, and a deep commitment to elevating Latino leadership in technology.