Genius Sports Limited ("Genius Sports"), a leading data, technology, and commercial partner connecting the global sports, betting, and media ecosystem, has announced the appointment of Mark Kropf as its new Group Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Mark Kropf joins Genius Sports from Google, where he served as Technical Director in the Office of the Chief Technology Officer. At Google, he played a pivotal role in advancing generative AI capabilities, enhancing developer experiences, and driving sustained innovation.
His extensive expertise will be crucial as Genius Sports expands the deployment of GeniusIQ, their next-generation sports data and AI platform. GeniusIQ leverages advanced machine learning and generative AI to deliver unparalleled game analysis and highly immersive experiences.
With over two decades of experience in technology leadership, software engineering, and infrastructure management, Kropf has worked across various sectors, including financial services, information technology, and cybersecurity. Prior to his tenure at Google, he was instrumental in the commercialisation of Cloud Foundry at Pivotal, where he also founded and led the Office of the CTO.
A lifelong innovator, Kropf holds numerous patents in enterprise software and financial technology. He is also a distinguished tech investor and advisor, passionate about supporting startups led by underrepresented groups.
“I am thrilled to welcome Mark Kropf as our Group CTO. His outstanding track-record of technology leadership at both Google and Pivotal, combined with his deep experience in AI-focused innovation, will play a critical role in our future. Our cutting-edge GeniusIQ platform is already driving the AI revolution in the global sports ecosystem and Mark’s expertise will play a key role in amplifying and accelerating that transformation”. - Mark Locke, CEO of Genius Sports.
“Genius Sports’ technology is redefining how sports are understood and consumed globally. I look forward to supporting this continued growth and working with a remarkable team that has already positioned Genius Sports at the forefront of data and technology innovation in sport”. - Mark Kropf, newly appointed Group CTO.