Meet John, CTO Mentor on Upnotch

John Petrone, Upnotch Member, is an experienced CTO and executive with over four decades in the technology industry.

John has spent more than 30 years leading engineering and product organizations at VC-backed e-commerce, SaaS, and online media companies, including serving as CTO at two publicly traded companies. His experience spans software engineering, architecture, DevOps, data science, QA, and product management, with a strong track record of building teams and technology from the ground up, scaling organizations through rapid growth, and supporting successful IPO and M&A outcomes. He was recognized as a Premier 100 IT Leader by IDG Computerworld and is known for his ability to recruit, mentor, and lead large, distributed teams across onshore, offshore, and hybrid models.

John would be an exceptional mentor to senior leaders, aspiring CTOs, and executives navigating scale, digital transformation, or complex organizational challenges. He brings a practical, direct, and empathetic approach and is seeking mentees who are proactive, curious, and ready to actively engage in a trusted, growth-oriented mentorship relationship.

To connect with John, check out his profile https://shortlink.upnotch.com/johnpetrone-oKowMehi8rUWR9cAFxoh. All mentorships on Upnotch are free.🧡

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