Patrick joined Google in January 2006 to lead the development of content strategy and partnerships for Google Video in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

He has over 15 years of experience in the media industry, including his tenure as General Manager of International Video Services for RealNetworks, where he was instrumental in launching Real’s first premium audio and video services in Europe, Asia and Latin America, as well as developing direct-to-consumer broadband video products with partners such as UEFA, BBC Worldwide and Channel 4.

Patrick began his career as a TV producer for Japan’s public broadcaster, NHK. While in Tokyo, he produced and directed award-winning educational and documentary TV programmes and participated in the launch of the world’s first HDTV channel.

Patrick holds a Master’s degree in International Administration, Planning and Social Policy from Harvard and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Southern California.