John Tkaczewski
About John Tkaczewski
John Tkaczewski is a Director of File Acceleration Solutions Engineering at Fortra, with extensive experience in file transfer solutions. He previously held leadership roles at FileCatalyst and HelpSystems, contributing to significant growth in the industry.
Work at Fortra
John Tkaczewski currently serves as the Director of File Acceleration Solutions Engineering at Fortra. He has held this position since January 2021, following the acquisition of FileCatalyst. In his role, he focuses on innovation within the managed file transfer and data security sectors. Tkaczewski collaborates with other leaders in managed file transfer, including GoAnywhere and GlobalScape, to enhance the company's offerings and drive advancements in technology.
Previous Experience at HelpSystems
Before joining Fortra, John Tkaczewski worked at HelpSystems as the Director of File Acceleration from 2021 to 2022. His role involved overseeing file acceleration solutions and contributing to the strategic direction of the company. This position allowed him to leverage his extensive experience in file transfer technologies.
Career at FileCatalyst
John Tkaczewski was the President of FileCatalyst from 2001 to 2021. During his tenure, he played a significant role in overseeing the creative and technical vision for the FileCatalyst Workflow product. He co-founded Unlimi-Tech Software, which developed the FileCatalyst suite of file transfer solutions. Under his leadership, the company achieved double-digit growth annually.
Education and Expertise
John Tkaczewski earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Bishop's University, where he studied from 1996 to 1999. Prior to that, he completed a Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Pure and Applied Science at Vanier College from 1993 to 1996. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in file transfer technologies and solutions engineering.
Early Career Background
John Tkaczewski began his career as a COOP Student at Escher-Grad Technologies in 1997, where he worked for four months. He then served as a Junior Programmer/Analyst at PWGSC from 1999 to 2001. These early roles contributed to his development in programming and analytical skills, setting the stage for his future leadership positions in the technology sector.