This comprehensive guide provides ten essential tips to help business leaders effectively integrate AI into their operations and overall business strategy.
Trevor Fry
Trevor Fry
Atascadero, CA 93422, USA
Smarter Tech, Better Leadership—Empowering Your Business Growth
Trevor Fry embodies the essence of transformative leadership in tech. With a rich tapestry of experience in technical leadership, web development, and digital transformation, he has a proven track record of guiding businesses from infancy to scalable success. At the helm of //TREVORFRY.TECH, Trevor offers the acumen of a seasoned CTO sans the full-time investment, crafting tailor-made solutions that streamline operations, accelerate growth, and demystify technology for businesses at the brink of expansion. His approach is straightforward: no overblown software, no convoluted strategies—just impactful, strategic decisions driving tangible progress.
Work
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[byte]sized | Trevor Fry | Substack
https://bytesizedmusings.substack.comBusiness consultant and father of three neurodiverse boys. Balancing life, building a business, and clinging on for some semblance of sanity—all while focusing on authenticity, connection, and people-first leadership. Click to read [byte]sized, by Trevor Fry, a Substack publication. Launched 3 months ago.
Experience
//TREVORFRY.TECH
Founder
Feb 2024 - Present
//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.
RAD Management Co
Chief Technology Officer
Feb 2024 - Present
RAD Management Co specializes in furnished mid-term and vacation rentals for ultra-luxury coastal properties, tailored to create exceptional lifestyle experiences.
RAD Real Estate Co
CTO
Feb 2024 - Present
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.
Shift Lab
Director Of Technology
Apr 2022 - Feb 2024
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.
DELMIAworks
Director of Software Engineering
Jan 2019 - Apr 2022
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.
IQMS
Director of Software Engineering
Sep 2017 - Jan 2019
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.
IQMS
Software Engineering Manager
Aug 2016 - Sep 2017
- 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.
MINDBODY, Inc.
Technical Lead Software Engineer
Jan 2016 - Aug 2016
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.
MINDBODY, Inc.
Software Engineer
May 2014 - Jan 2016
- 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.
IQMS
Software Engineer
Oct 2012 - Apr 2014
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.
IQMS
EDI Developer Specialist
Jul 2008 - Oct 2012
- 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.