What exactly do you do?

I fix engineering organizations that have hit their complexity ceiling. When velocity stalls, technical debates freeze progress, or you're stuck firefighting instead of leading, I bring the patterns and systems that restore momentum.

How does Fractional work ?

A Fractional CTO gives your team immediate access to seasoned leadership - without the delay, risk, or cost of a full-time hire. You get 28 years of Microsoft C-level executive experience without the $400K+ salary, equity, and 6-month ramp time.

What makes you different from other consultants?

First, a fractional CTO isn't a consultant. I'm a part of your team, your success is my success. The fractional approach is a more cost-effective way for companies to get my expertise. Second, I don't just advise. I execute. With 28 years at Microsoft leading teams from 10 to 250+ engineers. I've shipped Windows 11 platform components, led AI transformation, and managed the crises most CTOs only read about. I roll up my sleeves and do the actual work.

How do you work with clients?

It depends on what you need. Some clients start with a focused workshop to diagnose issues and create an action plan. Others need help breaking technical deadlock with a decision document. Some need technical leadership to make recommendations on their adoption of AI. Some need hands-on fractional leadership to drive transformation. And some just need ongoing strategic guidance. We figure out what fits after we talk.

Who's your ideal client?

Growing technology companies scaling from 20 engineers. Typically this is where new growth and scale problems start to show up. You're growing but velocity is dropping. Teams are deadlocked on decisions. You're the bottleneck. Your v2 is behind. The board wants answers. If that sounds familiar, let's talk.

What's your background?

28 years at Microsoft as VP of Engineering. Led teams building Windows platform components used by 1.4 billion people. Drove AI transformation across Windows engineering. Managed billion-user reliability constraints and multiple turnarounds. I've already made the expensive mistakes you're about to make. I can use my experience to help you avoid problems I've already solved.

What can I expect from working with you?

Clarity on what's actually broken. A plan that addresses root causes, not symptoms. Your leadership team leveled up so they can run without you. And straight talk, even if it costs me the engagement.