CTO | Advisor | Builder
I'm an engineering leader, strategic advisor, and hands-on builder focused on creating reliable systems and scaling global teams. Whether I am advising on capital-efficient technology strategies, engineering platforms for billions of users, or leading organizations of 750+ staff, my goal is to deliver measurable business value by giving engineers the alignment and autonomy they need to build.
Executive Summary
I lead technology strategy and engineering for global brands across retail, defense, healthcare, and social media. I specialize in bridging complex digital and physical ecosystems, leveraging scalable data architectures and agentic AI to build lasting competitive advantages.
Most recently, as Chief Technology Officer at Walgreens, I oversaw a $200M budget and a global organization of over 750 professionals. By architecting an enterprise technology strategy that powered seamless omnichannel experiences across 8,500+ physical stores, my teams directly enabled and protected over $100B in revenue. My ability to lead enterprise-grade transformation is rooted in a career of scaling high-availability systems at the highest levels of industry — from supporting messaging platforms for billions of active users at Meta, to driving cloud modernization at CommerceHub and Press Ganey, to leading mission-critical engineering programs for unmanned vehicle systems at BAE Systems.
Today, my strategic focus centers on unlocking sustained business value through enterprise AI and platform modernization. I champion the deployment of AI-ready data architectures — utilizing advanced LLMs and secure governance frameworks to deploy autonomous systems that drive massive structural improvements. Deploying these optimized workflows has empowered my organizations to accelerate product innovation and successfully deliver over $1B in working capital optimization, all grounded in a philosophy of high-velocity execution and a customer-first mindset.
- $200M
- Technology budget owned as Fortune 100 CTO
- 750+
- Professionals in a global engineering organization
- $100B+
- Revenue enabled across 8,500+ physical stores
- $1B+
- Working capital optimization delivered
The Journey
Executive Leadership
Directing enterprise technology strategy and innovation roadmaps. Modernizing core capabilities and pioneering advanced data and AI integration across a massive global footprint to power the future of retail and pharmacy.
Strategic Advisement
Board Member for WBA Digital & IT Solutions and Executive Advisor for Dynatrace. Bridging complex digital and physical ecosystems to support global retail locations and high-availability enterprise technology architectures.
Massive Scale Ecosystems
Directed high-impact engineering teams to build and operate messaging platforms powering Facebook and Instagram. Led the delivery of robust, high-availability systems supporting 2 billion+ MAUs and processing billions of messages daily.
DevOps & Cloud Native Leadership
Led global engineering organizations to transform DevOps and cloud strategies across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Drove organizational success through talent development, technology roadmapping, and budget management to deliver operational excellence and enterprise-scale innovation.
Hands-On Systems Engineering
The foundation of my technical rigor. Led full lifecycle software development for mission-critical systems, introducing modern CI/CD and quality engineering practices. Authored four technical papers and delivered cutting-edge R&D where failure is not an option.
Guiding Philosophies & Principles
To ensure investments in technology efficiently deliver meaningful, measurable value, I rely on foundational excellence and a hands-on "builder" mentality. I scale high-performance teams by empowering engineers to unlock creativity while executing against strategic goals.
- Bridging scalable data architectures with custom agentic AI workflows and open-source frameworks like Mandrel. Driven by a pragmatic approach to deliver practical, enterprise-grade solutions that automate complexity and unlock measurable business value.
- Building high-performing teams rooted in continuous learning and innovation.
- Implementing Agile Aligned Autonomy by establishing strong alignment, decentralized decision-making, and safe failure vectors.
- Operating with a customer-first mindset by understanding the business context before applying engineering excellence.
Leadership Approach
My approach to technology leadership is built on the belief that transformative technology is driven by exceptional people solving real business problems. I do not view engineering in a vacuum; I view it as the primary engine for enterprise growth and structural resilience. To execute complex transformations and build resilient, massive-scale systems, my leadership philosophy is anchored in three core pillars.
Operate First, Engineer Second
Technology must always serve the business and the end-user. I believe in deeply understanding the underlying business model and the operational realities that our digital systems support. By prioritizing an "operate first" mentality, my teams ensure that technical solutions are grounded in the physical and commercial realities of the organization. At the executive level, engineering excellence is not just about writing elegant code; it is about deploying robust, scalable architectures that capture market share, elevate the user experience, and unlock sustained business value.
Agile Aligned Autonomy — Empowering Decision-Makers
I scale high-performance organizations by providing clear, board-level strategic alignment while decentralizing execution. Agile aligned autonomy means establishing a strong structural framework and teaching sound decision-making at every level, then stepping back to let engineers and leaders build. Crucially, this requires creating a psychologically safe environment that allows for controlled failure. By treating missteps as vital opportunities for learning rather than punishable offenses, we accelerate iteration, unlock creativity, and foster true, high-velocity innovation.
Building Adaptable, High-Velocity Teams
The ultimate competitive advantage is an organization that learns faster than the market changes. I am committed to cultivating talent-dense global teams where continuous improvement is ingrained in the culture. I prioritize aggressive learning, professional development, and equipping teams with the most advanced capabilities available. By championing enterprise-wide AI assistance and utilizing agentic IDEs to accelerate complex software development, we empower an ever-improving workforce capable of anticipating market demands, accelerating product innovation, and executing with absolute precision.
Beyond the Code
Outside the terminal, I’m based in beautiful Upstate New York. When I’m not architecting systems, I can usually be found on the sidelines watching my daughter play soccer. I am also an avid traveler and enjoy collecting and sharing a good bottle of wine with friends.