Jerry Fernholz
About Jerry Fernholz
Jerry Fernholz is the Vice President of Software Engineering at Broadvoice, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) and has held various engineering roles in multiple companies, including founding ventures in accounting, fintech, and proptech.
Work at Broadvoice
Jerry Fernholz serves as the Vice President of Software Engineering at Broadvoice, a position he has held since 2021. His tenure at Broadvoice spans several roles, including Software Engineer Manager from 2018 to 2020 and Director of Software Engineering from 2020 to 2021. In his current role, he focuses on Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS), contributing to the development and management of software solutions that enhance communication services.
Education and Expertise
Jerry Fernholz holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering from California State University, Northridge, which he completed from 2003 to 2005. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from UCLA, studying there from 1998 to 2001. His expertise includes Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) and technical advisory on national security programs.
Background
Before joining Broadvoice, Jerry Fernholz gained extensive experience in various engineering roles. He worked as an Engineer at General Dynamics (NAVSOC) from 2001 to 2003 and served as a Principal Engineer at LinQuest from 2003 to 2012. He also founded and led Rentables as CEO from 2012 to 2018, where he developed his entrepreneurial skills in the accounting, fintech, and proptech sectors.
Achievements
In addition to his engineering roles, Jerry Fernholz is an active member of the LA CTO Forum since 2021. He is also recognized for his involvement as an angel investor, supporting various startups and initiatives. His diverse background in software engineering and entrepreneurship reflects his commitment to innovation and technology.