Josh Parolin
About Josh Parolin
Josh Parolin is the VP of Engineering for Events at Classy.org and a co-founder of multiple event tech startups, including Lennd and Sessionboard. He has extensive experience in software development and a strong background in building remote teams.
Current Role at Classy
Josh Parolin serves as the VP of Engineering for Events at Classy.org. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the organization's mission of empowering social impact through technology. In this role, he focuses on engineering solutions that enhance event management and fundraising capabilities for nonprofits.
Previous Experience in Engineering and Management
Josh Parolin has a diverse background in software engineering and management. He worked at Invisible Children Inc. as a Data and Software Development Manager from 2010 to 2012 and later as Web Director from 2012 to 2013. His experience also includes roles at Zendesk as a Software Engineer and at JUST as a Senior Software Engineer, where he contributed to various projects in customer service and technology.
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Josh Parolin co-founded three event technology startups: Lennd, Fondi, and Sessionboard. At Lennd, he has served as Co-Founder and Board Member since 2014. In 2021, he co-founded Sessionboard and continues to serve as a Board Member. These ventures demonstrate his commitment to innovation in the event tech space.
Educational Background
Josh Parolin studied Computer Science at the University of Missouri-Columbia, where he completed his undergraduate studies from 2008 to 2009. He also attended San Diego State University for a year, furthering his education in the field of Computer Science. His foundational knowledge supports his extensive career in technology and software development.
Technical Skills and Expertise
Josh Parolin possesses extensive technical skills in modern programming languages and frameworks. His expertise includes JavaScript, Python, and Ruby, along with experience in web services, API design, systems architecture, and application architecture. He has a proven track record of building remote teams and solving B2B problems through technology and product innovation.