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Atascadero, CA 93422, USA

Trevor F.

Technical Leadership for Founders Who Need A Technical 'Right Hand'

You're a capable founder, but you shouldn't be the one evaluating architecture decisions, vetting developers, or trying to decode what your tech team is actually telling you.

That's not a gap in your abilities; it's a gap in your org chart.

I'm a Fractional CTO for non-technical founders: the person who owns the tech side of your business so you can focus on running it. Whether you're starting from zero or inheriting a team you can't fully evaluate, I step in as your technical leader. Not only that, I'm someone you can put in front of your team and customers.

That means defining what you actually need to build, sourcing and hiring the right people, putting the processes in place to build it correctly the first time, and managing the team day to day. Most of my work is this kind of engagement; hands-on and ongoing, not consulting from the sidelines.

15+ years across eCommerce, PropTech, Health Tech, and Manufacturing. The bottleneck is almost never the code.

What this looks like:

  • Building from scratch: product definition, team sourcing, hiring, process setup, and full buildout leadership.
  • Taking over the wheel: auditing what exists, replacing or reorienting the team, getting you out of the middle.
  • If you just need judgment on tap, no hands-on execution, or a bounded engagement like an audit, a first hire, or a process fix, those are options too.
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Work

Driving School in Texas | SafeWay Driving

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Driving School in Texas | SafeWay Driving

Embedded as fractional CTO for a driving education company building proprietary software.

Defined the product vision, authored technical requirements, developed RFPs, and led the agency selection process from initial outreach through interviews.

Currently managing vendor evaluation to ensure the right technical partner is selected before a dollar of development is spent.

Grandin Taylor Properties

buyboxcartel.com
Grandin Taylor Properties

Fractional CTO / Technical Project Manager

Led technology strategy for a wholesale real estate company developing a platform to help their students find and close deals. Rebuilt development processes to improve transparency, accountability, and delivery speed across an offshore team. Managed budgets, sourced and contracted onshore developers, and oversaw technical setup and integrations for their sister company, Gold Key TC.

National Drone Association

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National Drone Association

Technical Operations Lead

Supported a national nonprofit through a full technical cleanup and modernization effort. Streamlined their Google Workspace environment to cut unnecessary costs, consolidated accounts, and improved user management. Maintained and updated their Wix website, supported event registration and communications, and advised on digital tools to help manage memberships and sponsorship outreach.

QOLOS

Brought on to provide fractional technical leadership for QOLOS, a digital agency working with complex ERP integrations and custom software solutions for clients in logistics and retail. My role includes overseeing cross-functional projects, aligning technical efforts with client goals, and ensuring deliverables stay on track and within scope.

Key contributions:

  • Managing a multi-month integration with Infor M3 for a large retail cooperative, including leading stakeholder communications, prioritizing Jira workstreams, and translating business needs into technical tasks.
  • Acting as the technical bridge between backend/frontend devs and client-side SMEs, ensuring clarity, velocity, and alignment.
  • Introducing structured agile practices to improve estimation, sprint planning, and status visibility across teams.
  • Supporting internal tooling and delivery strategies to increase efficiency and maintain quality under tight deadlines.

Experience

May 2025 — Present
Grandin Taylor LLC

Grandin Taylor LLC

Fractional CTO

A real estate investment company building a data-driven platform to source, analyze, and acquire off-market properties. Buy Box Cartel partners with developers and investors to streamline the acquisition process and scale portfolio growth.

  • Established ClickUp-based project tracking, GitHub workflows, and Heroku infrastructure for efficient weekly releases.
  • Managed both on and offshore development teams
  • Improved the software development lifecycle; focused on being more predictable while allowing for flexible features
Apr 2025 — Present
QOLOS

QOLOS

Technical Program Lead

QOLOS is a digital development and SaaS firm that helps businesses deliver seamless, modern customer experiences through powerful custom software and integrated platforms. Specializing in complex integrations, automated billing systems, and scalable web applications, QOLOS bridges the gap between small business agility and enterprise-grade technology. With a strong focus on results and long-term partnerships, QOLOS supports clients from strategy to launch and beyond; whether building a new platform from scratch, modernizing legacy systems, or integrating tools like ERP, CRMs, and payment gateways. Their flexible, end-to-end development model empowers businesses to scale smarter, operate more efficiently, and meet customer expectations with confidence.

  • Led cross-functional collaboration between onshore and offshore developers, client stakeholders, and third-party consultants—translating high-level objectives into actionable, prioritized workstreams.
  • Acted as the technical liaison between business and engineering, clarifying scope, defining technical requirements, and troubleshooting roadblocks early to keep projects on track.
  • Established and refined delivery workflows, including ticket grooming, milestone planning, and backlog management, significantly improving visibility and velocity across the dev team.
Feb 2024 — Present
RAD Management Co

RAD Management Co

Chief Technology Officer

RAD Management Co specializes in furnished mid-term and vacation rentals for ultra-luxury coastal properties, tailored to create exceptional lifestyle experiences.

Feb 2024 — Present
RAD Real Estate Co

RAD Real Estate Co

CTO

RAD Real Estate Co. is a premier real estate brokerage serving coastal South Orange County & North San Diego County, specializing in ultra-luxury coastal properties.

Jan 2024 — Present
//TREVORFRY.TECH

//TREVORFRY.TECH

Founder

//TREVORFRY.TECH specializes in scaling growing businesses through tech solutions, leadership coaching, and team optimization.

  • Initiated and led high-impact tech strategies, coaching programs, and team optimizations for startups and SMBs to foster scalable growth and operational efficiency.
  • Designed and executed a suite of productized services, including Agile Team Reviews and Fractional CTO Strategy Sessions, aligning tech with business goals and boosting team morale.
  • Established a tailored approach to client challenges, leveraging empathy and collaboration to deliver practical, actionable tech leadership solutions that drive clear results.
Apr 2022 — Feb 2024
Shift Lab

Shift Lab

Director Of Technology

Shift Lab is a design-minded, agile-run technology company focused on making the best technology decisions for brands and creative agencies, specializing in crafting enduring web and software solutions.

  • Led a team of 15 engineers through the development and implementation of web applications utilizing AWS, NextJS, React, Django, Contentful, and Vercel, aligning technical strategies with business goals.
  • Mentored engineering talent and optimized the technology budget, resulting in enhanced project efficiency and team productivity.
  • Successfully navigated the team through a challenging period of layoffs, maintaining morale and operational productivity.
  • Collaborated across departments, ensuring technology initiatives were in seamless alignment with Shift Lab's strategic goals.
Jan 2019 — Apr 2022

DELMIAworks

Director of Software Engineering

DELMIAWorks (formerly IQMS) is an end-to-end manufacturing software solution for mid-market manufacturers, offering comprehensive solutions at a competitive price.

  • Led several distributed, interdisciplinary teams across the country, enhancing team cohesion and project delivery efficiency.
  • Initiated and developed various diversity and inclusion initiatives within the department, significantly enhancing the inclusivity of the workplace and industry.
  • Advanced agile scrum team practices, substantially increasing team velocity and the quality of product deliverables.
  • Led change management and architecture initiatives, successfully transitioning the product from a desktop platform to a scalable SaaS environment.
Sep 2017 — Jan 2019
IQMS

IQMS

Director of Software Engineering

IQMS uniquely combines ERP and manufacturing execution system (MES) functionality for mid-market manufacturers, enhancing business operations with real-time performance and scalability.

  • Led several distributed, interdisciplinary teams across the country, enhancing team collaboration and project delivery.
  • Transitioned the department from a legacy autocratic management style to a participative management style, emphasizing agile scrum methodologies and empowering team members to solve problems effectively.
Aug 2016 — Sep 2017
IQMS

IQMS

Software Engineering Manager

  • Led the engineering side of a new business unit focused on MES solutions, building the department from scratch to deliver cutting-edge products.
  • Opened a new development office in Pleasanton, CA to access the bay area talent pool, overcoming challenges of maintaining communication and morale in a distributed team environment.
  • Created core values, career paths, policies, and training programs to hire, retain, and engage high-quality talent, leading to the production of high-quality products.
  • Implemented strategies for collaboration and transparent interactions, including regular department meetings and 1-on-1s, to build rapport and effectively address challenges with distributed teams.
Jan 2016 — Aug 2016
MINDBODY, Inc.

MINDBODY, Inc.

Technical Lead Software Engineer

Powering the world’s fitness and wellness businesses and connecting them with more consumers, more effectively, than anyone else.

  • Implemented new features and technology in a large code base using C#, VBScript, and other languages within an agile scrum environment.
  • Directed and oversaw all code written and technical implementations of projects by the scrum team, ensuring high standards of quality.
  • Worked closely with project management and stakeholders to plan project scope and deliverables, effectively meeting project deadlines.
  • Collaborated with various departments (DBA, Systems Engineering, etc.) to ensure comprehensive project planning and execution.
May 2014 — Jan 2016
MINDBODY, Inc.

MINDBODY, Inc.

Software Engineer

  • Implemented REST APIs and designed a comprehensive new WCF framework using C#, LINQ, and other programming languages, supporting both new features and legacy functionality.
  • Authored both dynamic and verbose documentation for REST API endpoints, improving the accessibility and understanding of API functionalities for developers.
  • Served as a Scrum Master, leading a new Scrum team in implementing and adhering to best practices in an agile development environment.
  • Developed comprehensive automated tests to ensure reliability and functionality of new and existing software components.
Oct 2012 — Apr 2014
IQMS

IQMS

Software Engineer

IQMS combines ERP and MES functionality for mid-market manufacturers, providing a comprehensive suite for business management backed by scalability.

  • Designed, developed, and tested enhancements to existing ERP software using a diverse array of technologies including HTML, PL/SQL, JavaScript, XML, C#, ASP.NET, and MVC frameworks.
  • Interacted with customers and project teams on software design, development, testing, and demonstration, ensuring alignment with project requirements and goals.
  • Analyzed project requirements and provided application maintenance, contributing to the continuous improvement of the ERP software's functionality.
Jul 2008 — Oct 2012
IQMS

IQMS

EDI Developer Specialist

  • Developed and implemented EDI solutions for customers in automotive, medical, and retail sectors, facilitating seamless communication via EnterpriseIQ and CLEO Lexicom.
  • Managed comprehensive Oracle database via SQL scripts and data load tools, enhancing data accuracy and efficiency.
  • Conducted training, support, and implementation of EDI and custom scripts for new and existing customers, ensuring optimal use of software.
  • Tested various EDI modules and functionality, ensuring high reliability and user satisfaction.