creativity, speed, and clear technical rigor

Working with Russ was a highlight of my time partnering with the Google Cloud team. He brings a rare mix of deep technical expertise, genuine curiosity, and a practical, partner-centric approach to solving complex challenges. Whether testing new AI capabilities or advancing real-time video AI experiences, Russ consistently pushed the work forward with creativity, speed, and clear technical rigor. I learned a great deal from him. He’s responsive, a self-starter, and someone who goes above and beyond. His humor, creativity, and technical acumen make him both highly effective and genuinely enjoyable to work with. Russ would be an outstanding addition to any team.