The Better Software Company CEO and leadership

Senior executive adept at leading through times of significant organizational change Experienced leader of world-class engineering / product development teams, whose products and team members have received hundreds of honors. Consistently increased Return On Investment from those teams through the addition of appropriate and effective processesExemplary operational track record (budgets, employee development / reviews, hiring, etc), including engagements with offshore / outsourced development teams. Possesses a clear understanding of what it takes to drive success from the multi-cultural relationshipsProductively executed multiple restructuring exercises, meeting cost cutting objectives while increasing team productivity and engagementExperienced with all aspects of large-scale technology acquisition and transfer, including inter-site technology transfers, due diligence, mergers, acquisitions, integrations and divestitures. (Products involved include those from the WordPerfect, SoftQuad, iGrafx, Jasc, Bryce, WinZip, InterVideo and Ulead deals)Highly-engaged, highly-visible leader known for fostering excellence and for developing and mentoring those under him; collaborative, empowering style unleashes innovation and maximizes team effectivenessSpecialties: Managing through change; Development of leaders and teams; Maximization of return on investment for R&D budget.