John Hanke, Angel Investor

John Hanke is the CEO of Niantic Spatial, Inc. and Niantic, Inc., known for pioneering augmented reality experiences that merge the digital and physical worlds. Previously, he served as VP of Product at Niantic Labs within Google and as VP of Product Management for Geo, overseeing Google Maps, Earth, and Street View. Earlier in his career, John spent over a decade at Google, where he led transformative projects at the intersection of mobility and real‑world data. He also served on the boards of Mission Blue and Wildscreen USA, reflecting his commitment to environmental and social impact alongside his technology leadership. He is also an angel investor, backing startups in immersive technology and hardware innovation. His portfolio includes LGND, a platform for digital experiences, and Brilliant Labs, a company focused on wearable AR devices, highlighting his interest in advancing next‑generation spatial computing and augmented reality solutions.