Robert Garrison Iii
About Robert Garrison Iii
Robert Garrison III is the Director of Engineering at Indio Technologies Inc., where he has worked since 2019. He has held various engineering leadership roles at companies such as Benzinga, Lipari Foods, Canopy Workforce Software, InfuSystem, and Stik.
Current Role at Indio Technologies
Robert Garrison III serves as the Director of Engineering at Indio Technologies Inc. since 2019. He operates in the San Francisco Bay Area and has been instrumental in developing a scalable cross-timezone development organization. His focus is on fostering a culture of community and implementing streamlined processes that enhance team efficiency.
Previous Experience at Benzinga
Prior to his current role, Robert held the position of Director of Engineering at Benzinga from 2014 to 2016. During his tenure in Detroit, MI, he contributed to the company's engineering strategies and development initiatives for two years.
Career Background in Software Engineering
Robert's career in software engineering includes significant roles at various organizations. He worked as a Software Engineer at InfuSystem, Inc. from 2011 to 2013, and at Stik for six months in 2014. Earlier, he served as a Programmer at Lipari Foods from 2005 to 2008, where he gained foundational experience in programming.
Leadership at Canopy Workforce Software
From 2016 to 2019, Robert was the Chief Technology Officer at Canopy Workforce Software. His leadership during this period focused on technology strategy and team development, contributing to the company's growth and operational efficiency.
Contributions to Engineering Practices
At Indio Technologies, Robert established a team-driven monthly meeting for the engineering organization to highlight accomplishments and foster cohesion. He designed an onboarding process that enhances new team members' contributions and implemented a champion model for creating horizontal disciplines, which evolved into full-fledged organizations. Additionally, he created a core set of metrics for teams to own, promoting self-governance and process improvement.