I’m currently on a sabbatical of sorts after helping lead a software startup to an exit.
One of my goals is to chat with at least one new person weekly, virtually or in-person.
I do this with no expectation, and to learn, understand, and help in any way I can.
To get in touch, book a meeting or email me.
About me – work
I have more than 10 years of professional experience, mostly with technology businesses in various growth and product-related roles.
Most recently, I was the first non-engineering hire at Qualified, which operates two platforms: a coding assessment SaaS platform and a coding challenge and learning community.
I led go-to-market while acting in a cross-functional role: sales, customer success, strategic partnerships, and product.
We grew revenue by 20x while building a team and product we’re proud of.
Qualified was acquired by Andela in early 2023.
Highlights:
- Co-led company revenue and product strategy with CEO and CTO
- Sourced and managed majority of key accounts and partners, including the company that eventually acquired the business
- Sold over $5MM in new bookings, upsells, and renewals
- Grew total userbase to 4 million and monthly active users to 500k
- Recruited and managed key contributors in sales and support
I also enjoy learning about and helping to grow businesses. I make select angel investments, focusing on SaaS and emerging tech.
In the past, I’ve worked in financial services and ran a pasta subscription box company and a wedding and portrait photography business. I’ve also been involved in mentoring and early childhood education non-profit work.
For more, see my resume and LinkedIn.
About me – personal
I strive to live a meaningful life and to continually align myself more closely with certain core values: compassion, kindness, creativity, freedom, community, mindfulness, and temperance.
I enjoy long walks while listening to music or podcasts. I like to write and take photographs. I’ve recently started freediving. At present, I am splitting my time between Colorado, United States, and Manila, Philippines—with trips elsewhere every now and then.