Rob Johnston Email & Phone Number

Kanata, Ontario, Canada

At Crank Software, I manage complex software projects which involved constant contact with the project teams, customers and hardware vendors. Successfully introduced an agile approach to delivering projects according to clients schedule, requirements and budget. Connected technology experts to overcome obstacle and keep projects on track. Provided regular updates to the executive team and clients on project status and team throughput. In addition, I supported sales team in the creation… Show more At Crank Software, I manage complex software projects which involved constant contact with the project teams, customers and hardware vendors. Successfully introduced an agile approach to delivering projects according to clients schedule, requirements and budget. Connected technology experts to overcome obstacle and keep projects on track. Provided regular updates to the executive team and clients on project status and team throughput. In addition, I supported sales team in the creation of Statements of Work related to new projects, while fostered client relationships to increase the sales funnel. Initiated new processes and methodologies to improve the project deliverables and identify risks early. Adapted to new technologies and embraced a better understanding of embedded software and its broad applications in the IOT sector. Show less

Barrie

In this role, I led core design and development technology course instruction for a diverse group of 12k+ students, including course design, delivery, and improvements. I guided large lectures, small group instruction, online discussions, student labs, and advisor to the entrepreneurship program. Moreover, I specialized in teaching “Interaction Design and Motion” with a focus on HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.During my time as an instructor, I effectively increased course attendance by over… Show more In this role, I led core design and development technology course instruction for a diverse group of 12k+ students, including course design, delivery, and improvements. I guided large lectures, small group instruction, online discussions, student labs, and advisor to the entrepreneurship program. Moreover, I specialized in teaching “Interaction Design and Motion” with a focus on HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.During my time as an instructor, I effectively increased course attendance by over 30% through improvements to course content and delivery. I also successfully improved student/teacher communications by 50% through use of cutting-edge technologies. I doubled startup investments as entrepreneurship program leader. Show less

Barrie, Ontario

At Conx2share, I effectively translated user needs into highly usable and enjoyable experiences with a focus on core user cases, product requirements, and design options for the company’s mobile platform. I led the delivery of new product features and prototypes. In addition, I oversaw core development and design teams, including implementation of Agile methodology and SCRUM processes. I increased team size while reducing development expenses by 50% and doubling team productions with the use of… Show more At Conx2share, I effectively translated user needs into highly usable and enjoyable experiences with a focus on core user cases, product requirements, and design options for the company’s mobile platform. I led the delivery of new product features and prototypes. In addition, I oversaw core development and design teams, including implementation of Agile methodology and SCRUM processes. I increased team size while reducing development expenses by 50% and doubling team productions with the use of Agile and Scrum processes. Show less

Remote

In this role, I spearheaded product design operations, from working directly with customers and the oversight of teams and key feature implementations. As such, I performed in-depth market research, including the management of focus groups. I developed long-lasting customer relationships and partnership opportunities. I also led product marketing and advertising, attended industry conferences and events; led engineering and design teams.Here, I achieved multiple significant business… Show more In this role, I spearheaded product design operations, from working directly with customers and the oversight of teams and key feature implementations. As such, I performed in-depth market research, including the management of focus groups. I developed long-lasting customer relationships and partnership opportunities. I also led product marketing and advertising, attended industry conferences and events; led engineering and design teams.Here, I achieved multiple significant business process improvements through automation, including reduced response times and support team loads through communications streamlining and scaling the support team. I designed and developed successful MVP product responsible for increasing the customer adoption rate. Show less

Barrie, Ontario

In this position, I managed all aspects of product development, from user research, prototype design, requirements definition, implementation and delivery of a SaaS and on-premise product. I oversaw two SCRUM teams, marketing strategies, email/social media marketing, and new architecture deployment.I successfully improved backend API performance by over 300% by introducing a new server. I introduced a new process for the design team in the agile process which significantly improved the… Show more In this position, I managed all aspects of product development, from user research, prototype design, requirements definition, implementation and delivery of a SaaS and on-premise product. I oversaw two SCRUM teams, marketing strategies, email/social media marketing, and new architecture deployment.I successfully improved backend API performance by over 300% by introducing a new server. I introduced a new process for the design team in the agile process which significantly improved the SCRUM teams throughput quality I also introduced a new user feedback mechanism for product improvements, reducing customer churn by over 20%. Show less