In this episode, Rob Bowley, Fractional CPTO at his own consultancy Pragmatic Partners, and Fractional CTO / CPTO for multiple tech start-ups such as Eco Surv, Enthuse, Doc Abode and Financielle, among many other mentorships and advisory positions. 
A seasoned tech leader, Rob shares his journey from a self-taught software engineer during the dot-com boom to a leadership consultant. His career has spanned various roles, from hands-on engineering at early internet companies like Lycos to strategic positions at large organisations like the Co-op and Money Supermarket.
Rob discusses transitioning to consultancy to leverage his experience in helping startups and scale-ups refine their technology strategies. He highlights:
<ul>
<li>The shared challenges across company sizes</li>
<li>The importance of agile methodologies</li>
<li> The role of Northstar metrics in aligning business strategies</li>
<li>Effective leadership</li>
<li>The nuances of software development crucial for founders</li>
</ul>
and more.
The conversation also covers Rob&apos;s involvement in mentoring and supporting the tech startup ecosystem in Manchester and through programs like the Baltic Ventures scheme in Liverpool. He provides insights into effective leadership and emphasises his commitment to fostering growth and innovation within the tech community in the north of England.
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Chris McGowan

Transforming Startups into Scale-ups with Industry Leading Adviser | CPTO @ Pragmatic Partners | Rob Bowley

In this episode, Rob Bowley, Fractional CPTO at his own consultancy Pragmatic Partners, and Fractional CTO / CPTO for multiple tech start-ups such as Eco Surv, Enthuse, Doc Abode and Financielle, among many other mentorships and advisory positions. A seasoned tech leader, Rob shares his journey from a self-taught software engineer during the dot-com boom [&hellip;]

The Start-Up Diaries Podcast Episode #10

Transforming Startups into Scale-ups with Industry Leading Adviser | CPTO @ Pragmatic Partners | Rob Bowley