Steven Nickel is Google’s Director of Operations, where he leads global teams and initiatives to improve device repairability, contributing to a more circular economy. He champions design for repair and actively supports Right to Repair movements worldwide. He is passionate about building inclusive and sustainable repair ecosystems and collaborates extensively with legislators and repair providers to do so. Steven’s 30+ years of experience in the consumer electronics industry includes leadership roles in sales & marketing, engineering & manufacturing, and service & support.