Joel Martins
About Joel Martins
Joel Martins serves as the Interim CEO and CTO at Calabrio, Inc., bringing over 20 years of experience in the software industry. He has held key leadership roles at various companies, including Apryse and Symantec, and currently acts as an Operating Advisor at Thoma Bravo.
Work at Calabrio
Joel Martins currently serves as the Interim CEO at Calabrio, Inc., a role he has held since 2024. He also works as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at the same company, a position he has occupied since 2023. In his capacity at Calabrio, he oversees product strategy and execution for cloud-based workforce optimization and customer engagement solutions. His leadership focuses on fostering a collaborative culture within teams to drive innovation and success.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before joining Calabrio, Martins held several key positions in various technology companies. He served as CTO at Apryse from 2022 to 2023 and at Social Solutions from 2016 to 2021. His experience at Symantec spanned from 2009 to 2014, where he held roles including Director of Engineering and Senior Director of Engineering. Additionally, he worked at Veritas Technologies LLC as a Senior Software Engineer from 1999 to 2006, accumulating over 20 years of experience in the software industry.
Education and Expertise
Joel Martins graduated with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science from the University of Minnesota, where he studied from 1996 to 2000. He also attended Luther Seminary from 2003 to 2006, focusing on History. Currently, he is pursuing an Executive Certificate in Management and Leadership at MIT Sloan School of Management, which he began in 2022. His educational background supports his extensive experience in technology and leadership roles.
Achievements in Technology
Martins has a proven track record in building and scaling successful software businesses, achieving two exits that generated 5x returns. He played a significant role in launching innovative SaaS offerings, including xodo sign, Apricot360, and Blackbaud Outcomes. His efforts have led to the acceleration of an existing product line to $1 billion and securing a $59 million investment from former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.
Advisory Role at Thoma Bravo
Since 2021, Joel Martins has served as an Operating Advisor at Thoma Bravo, where he leverages his expertise and network to identify, evaluate, and grow software and technology companies. His role involves providing strategic guidance and support to enhance the performance and market presence of portfolio companies.