Michael Gray

With 16 years at Knovel and 24 years as a recording engineer, Mike Gray exemplifies the art of problem-solving and innovation. Born and raised in Norwich, NY, Mike has a unique ability to blend technical expertise with a deep understanding of user experience, ensuring that engineers and researchers can seamlessly access the knowledge they need to drive their projects forward. 

As a Product Manager at Knovel, Mike oversees the platform’s functionality and growth. His responsibilities range from ensuring Knovel operates smoothly to optimizing the search experience, enabling users to quickly find the precise technical content they need. Beyond the user interface, Mike is heavily involved in enhancing backend systems to streamline content automation, making Knovel a faster, smarter, and more reliable tool for its global audience. 

Mike’s work directly impacts thousands of engineers and researchers every day. By reducing the time required to access critical technical references, he plays a key role in advancing productivity, accelerating innovation, and supporting industries in solving complex challenges. 

What sets Mike apart is his unwavering commitment to listening. He thrives on understanding user pain points and transforming their feedback into impactful enhancements. His philosophy is clear: a great product is built by prioritizing the needs of its users. Mike’s vision is to make Knovel an indispensable tool that empowers engineers to overcome challenges, solve problems faster, and make better-informed decisions. 

When he’s not optimizing Knovel, Mike draws inspiration from his 24-year career as a recording engineer, where precision, creativity, and collaboration are essential. These qualities are evident in his work at Knovel, where he approaches every challenge with the same meticulous attention to detail. 

Mike’s guiding principle? "Knowledge is knowing that a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is knowing not to put a tomato in a fruit salad." It’s a perfect metaphor for making informed, thoughtful decisions—a skill Mike applies daily as he steers Knovel’s evolution toward meeting the needs of engineers worldwide.