Rylan Hawkins
About Rylan Hawkins
Rylan Hawkins is the Co-Founder and CTO of Cargado, with a background in software engineering and product management at Convoy Inc. He has extensive experience in the tech industry, having held various roles at Microsoft and founded multiple startups.
Current Role at Cargado
Rylan Hawkins serves as the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Cargado. He has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's strategic direction and technological advancements. His role involves overseeing the development of innovative solutions and ensuring the technical infrastructure supports the company's objectives.
Previous Experience at Convoy Inc
Rylan Hawkins has extensive experience at Convoy Inc, where he worked in various capacities from 2016 to 2023. He began as a Software Engineer for two years, then advanced to Principal Engineering Manager for three years. In 2021, he took on the role of Director of Product & Engineering for Convoy Go, continuing until 2023. He also served as General Manager for Convoy for Brokers for ten months in 2023.
Educational Background
Rylan Hawkins studied at the University of Washington from 2005 to 2010, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science Engineering and Business. His education provided a strong foundation for his career in technology and engineering.
Career at Microsoft and Other Roles
Prior to his tenure at Convoy, Rylan Hawkins worked at Microsoft as a Senior Program Manager from 2010 to 2014. He also held various roles in the sports and technology sectors, including serving as a Research Assistant at Intel in 2009 and as Director of Product Development at YourSports from 2006 to 2008.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Rylan Hawkins has co-founded and led several companies, including Storyform, where he served as Co-founder and CEO from 2014 to 2021. He also founded Visual Schedule Finder, holding the position of CEO from 2008 to 2010. These ventures highlight his entrepreneurial spirit and expertise in product development.