Rob Stote
About Rob Stote
Rob Stote serves as the Chief Product Officer at BigHand, a position he has held since 2023. With over 20 years of experience in the software industry, he focuses on delivering solutions that enhance collaboration and streamline workflows, particularly in the legal sector.
Work at BigHand
Rob Stote currently serves as the Chief Product Officer at BigHand, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on delivering market-leading solutions that streamline workflows and enhance collaboration within the legal industry. Prior to becoming Chief Product Officer, he worked at BigHand in various capacities, including Managing Director/VP - Profitability Products from 2021 to 2023 and Director Client Solutions from 2018 to 2021. His extensive experience at BigHand contributes to his understanding of the company's mission and goals.
Education and Expertise
Rob Stote studied at Bishop's University, where he attended from 1992 to 1996, completing a degree over four years. His educational background supports his extensive career in the software industry, where he has accumulated over 20 years of experience. He possesses skills in IT Strategy, Professional Services, Data Warehousing, Management, and Software as a Service (SaaS), which are essential for his roles in product management and development.
Background
Rob Stote has a diverse background in the software industry, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He worked at Oracle as a Director/Product Manager from 2006 to 2011 and at Thomson Reuters as a Dir/Senior Product Manager from 2014 to 2016. His career also includes roles at Whitehill Technologies as an Architect/Development Manager and at GTECH as a Java Developer. This breadth of experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of product development and management.
Professional Experience
Rob Stote has held significant roles in several prominent companies within the software sector. His tenure at Thomson Reuters included a position as Sales Manager for the DTS (Whitehill) Group from 2011 to 2012. He also worked at Whitehill Technologies for five years, contributing to his expertise in software development. His cumulative experience in various leadership roles has positioned him to effectively drive product strategy and innovation.