With over 20 years of experience as a software support engineer, I have provided 2nd and 3rd level support to Fortune 500 companies across the globe. I am experienced with Salesforce, CRM applications, Linux, Windows, Oracle and SQL.
The customer experience has always been my focus, while providing resolution to occurring issues.More...
David Young
CTO
Verified
🚀 Fractional CTO | Engineering Leader | Cloud Architect (AWS) | Startup Advisor
Hi, I’m a seasoned tech leader with a strong track record of building and scaling engineering teams, designing robust cloud architectures, and turning product vision into scalable reality. I’ve worn many hats — CTO, Senior Solutions Architect, Fullstack Developer — and I thrive at the intersection of tech strategy and hands-on execution.
🔧 What I bring to the table:
10+ years in software development, with deep experience in both startups and scaling companies
Proven leadership as CTO and Engineering Manager — building teams, systems, and culture from the ground up
Cloud-native solutions on AWS, with a strong focus on CDK, serverless, and AI/ML integrations (e.g., Bedrock, OpenSearch)
Startup-savvy: from MVPs to product-market fit and beyond
Strong product sense with a collaborative, user-focused mindset
🌱 Currently:
Exploring new leadership opportunities (EM, Senior Architect, or CTO/fractional CTO roles)
Building an AWS Bedrock-powered language learning app (Fijian chatbot using PDF content + OpenSearch embeddings)
Open to advising early-stage startups on tech strategy, hiring, and architecture
🤝 Open to:
New full-time roles (remote-first or hybrid)
Fractional CTO/tech leadership gigs
Collaboration with founders & VCs on early-stage products
Mentoring or advising engineering teams
Let’s connect if you’re building something cool, scaling a team, or just want to talk cloud, startups, or the future of AI ✨More...
Justin Hodenberg
Senior Business Analyst@Ampath Laboratories
Verified
Justin Hodenberg is a highly experienced Senior Business Analyst with a strong track record of delivering business transformation, process optimization, and system integration projects across multiple industries, including banking, finance, human capital management, telecommunications, and aviation.
Key Achievements & Expertise:
Extensive Business Analysis with Project Management Experience: Over 20 years of experience working with top-tier organizations both in South Africa and the UK.
System Implementations & Integrations: Agile and Waterfall, Compiling User Stories, Business Requirements Documents, Functional Requirements, Use Cases, UAT, Trackability Matrices, Process Flows (BPMN), Scrum (Agile & Project Management: Experienced in Scrum methodologies, leading backlog grooming, sprint planning, using tools like Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Teams Kanban & Trello).
Digital Transformation & System Enhancements: Played a key role in enhancing enterprise applications, developing new system functionalities, and implementing security improvements (e.g., PCI-compliant credit card payments for Comair’s call center).
Education & Certifications:
Bachelor of Commerce (Information Systems & Accounting) - University of Cape Town
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Construction Management - University of Cape Town
Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
Certified Siebel Consultant
Agile & SQL Certifications
With strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills, Justin excels at bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions to drive efficiency, compliance, and innovation.More...
Christopher Parkin
Principle@Parkin Marketing Solutions
Verified
With over 25 years of experience in leading marketing teams across various domains and industries, I am a seasoned, proven, and versatile leader who thrives on growing and scaling new products and businesses. I unite teams to tackle complex challenges, delivering exceptional value from marketing to sales to customer satisfaction and lifetime value growth. I enjoy building high-performing teams that deliver exceptional results and value to customers and stakeholders.
My expertise spans marketing strategy, execution, and optimization. I bring a unique combination of skills and expertise, including:
- Demand Creation / Content Strategies / Thought Leadership
- Product Strategy / Positioning / Packaging / Pricing
- Building Brand Value / Messaging
- Industry / Go to Market / Revenue Growth
- Strategic Partnerships / Alliances / Ecosystems
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- Building Cohesive, High-Performing Teams
- Data Driven Operations & PlanningMore...
Dave Dittman
Regional Manager
Verified
I have over 25 years of experience developing and delivering training to large organizations in the areas of sales, customer service, and training. In addition to my training experience, I also have over 15 years experience working as a financial advisor.More...
Drew Taylor
Verified
A career of collecting tools for the toolbox has led to Leadership success. A strengths-based leader with 30+ years’ experience in people development, recruiting, human resources, training, and executive training, including developing processes, systems, and culture. Full P&L including revenue responsibility for widely dispersed organizations. Verifiable record of success in leading sales and operations teams to YoY sales growth and sustainable profitability improvements.More...