Sam Eaton is the Chief Technology Officer at Yelp Inc., a position he has held since joining the company in 2016. With an extensive background in technology and software development, Eaton has played a pivotal role in shaping Yelp's technological infrastructure and driving innovation within the company. Prior to joining Yelp, Eaton held various leadership positions at tech companies such as Amazon and Microsoft, where he honed his skills in managing large-scale technology projects and leading high-performing teams. As CTO at Yelp, Eaton is responsible for overseeing the company's engineering, product development, and data science teams. Under his leadership, Yelp has successfully implemented numerous technological advancements, including the development of new features and improvements to the platform's search and recommendation algorithms. Eaton's strategic vision and technical expertise have been instrumental in enhancing the user experience on Yelp and maintaining the company's competitive edge in the online review and local search industry. Throughout his career, Eaton has been recognized for his contributions to the tech industry. He has been a speaker at various technology conferences and has been featured in several industry publications for his insights on software development and technology trends. Eaton's dedication to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration at Yelp has helped the company continue to grow and evolve, solidifying its position as a leader in the local business discovery space.