Bare Knuckles Agile.

John, a seasoned leader in software development, has spearheaded technical teams for more than twenty years, possibly edging on thirty. His journey has seen remarkable shifts in the industry, but he firmly believes that nothing surpasses the power of a high-performing technical team.

 

John can’t express enough his gratitude for the privilege of working with numerous talented individuals and teams.

His career has been a riveting collection of triumphs and trials, from successfully building and selling companies to confronting overwhelming deadlines and malfunctioning technology. Despite the challenges, he wouldn't exchange his experiences for anything else.

 

However, John acknowledges an ongoing challenge: the ever-increasing complexity of software development and the evolving dynamics of the workplace. With multicultural teams distributed across different time zones, complexity seeping into systems and frameworks, and plugins layered on plugins, creating quality software is increasingly difficult.

 

John's past and present experiences have solidified his belief in the critical importance of a high-performing team, exceptional management, efficient tools, and an effective process. He maintains that these elements are significantly more vital than any specific library, framework, or technology. The true mark of success is a team that consistently delivers great products while relishing their daily work.

 

Holding several Agile certifications, John now offers his expertise as a consultant to executives and technical teams, guiding them in building high-performance technical teams.

 

He has significantly contributed to the growth of dozens of companies, assisting them in securing investment and facilitating successful sales. Yet, what he cherishes most is the growth of the individuals he has coached, many of whom now occupy senior roles in technical, product, and management fields.