Strategic Solutions For Product & Engineering

As a visionary leader and corporate growth architect, I’ve dedicated my career to helping organizations harness the untapped potential of their product and engineering teams. With a proven track record of scaling companies from zero to $500 million, leading one IPO, and successfully navigating 35 M&As and 18 exits, I bring a wealth of experience and strategic insight to the table.

In today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven world, software development is the backbone of business success. However, many organizations struggle to optimize their development processes and unlock the full potential of their developer talent. That’s where I come in. My mission is to help you embrace the transformative power of Developer Productivity Optimization (DPO) and propel your teams to new heights of efficiency, quality, and innovation.

Through my signature framework, rooted in the four pillars of Velocity, Insights, Resilience, and Empowerment, I’ll guide you in revolutionizing your development lifecycle. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies, data-driven insights, and proven best practices, we’ll create an environment where your developers can thrive, and your business can flourish.

As your strategic partner, I’ll work closely with your teams to identify bottlenecks, streamline processes, and implement game-changing solutions tailored to your unique challenges. Whether you’re looking to accelerate time-to-market, improve code quality, or foster a culture of continuous improvement, I have the expertise and track record to help you succeed.

But my approach goes beyond just technology. I’m passionate about empowering your people and creating a culture of autonomy, collaboration, and innovation. By putting your developers at the center of your strategy and providing them with the tools, resources, and support they need to excel, we’ll unlock their full creative potential and drive transformative results.

If you’re ready to take your product and engineering teams to the next level, I’m here to help. Together, we’ll chart a course for success, powered by the unmatched potential of Developer Productivity Optimization. Let’s build a future where your developers are the driving force behind your company’s growth, innovation, and competitive advantage.

Aligned Product Strategy with Business Goals

Spearheaded the development of new products such as New Relic AI and New Relic Metrics at New Relic, directly aligning these innovations with strategic business objectives of enhancing user engagement and revenue growth.

Enhanced Cross-Functional Collaboration Enhanced Cross-Functional Collaboration

Facilitated seamless collaboration between engineering, product, and sales teams at Cox Automotive, leading to a 15% improvement in gross margin by aligning product capabilities with market demands and customer feedback.

Accelerated Time to Market
Implemented Agile methodologies at Blameless, reducing go-to-market time by 30% and enhancing competitive edge by enabling quicker responses to market opportunities.
Drove Technological Innovation
Managed a global team at New Relic that introduced cutting-edge technologies, playing a crucial role in growing Monthly Recurring Revenue from $300M to $500M by staying ahead of technological trends and customer expectations.
Scaled Engineering Capacity
Scaled the engineering team from a small group to over 650 professionals worldwide at Web.com, developing robust processes and systems that supported rapid growth and international expansion.
Maintained High Quality and Compliance
Established strict quality assurance protocols at Unqork and led the initiative to align product development with FedRAMP standards, ensuring compliance and securing significant government contracts.

Are you ready to transform your product and engineering teams? Connect with me to leverage proven strategies that bring visionary leadership and operational excellence to your projects.

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