Chris L.
About Chris L.
Chris L. serves as the Senior Vice President of Engineering at Instil, bringing expertise in cloud native engineering and polyglot development. With a diverse background in software development and leadership roles across various companies, he advocates for creative work environments and has a strong focus on optimizing nonprofit operations.
Current Role at Instil
Chris L. serves as the Senior Vice President of Engineering at Instil, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he leverages his expertise in cloud native engineering and polyglot development to drive engineering initiatives. His leadership emphasizes the importance of fostering a creative work environment that encourages innovation and collaboration among team members.
Previous Experience at ADP
Chris L. worked at ADP in various capacities from 2017 to 2021. Initially, he served as the Director of Product Development from 2017 to 2020 in Pasadena, California. He then advanced to the role of Senior Director of Product Development, where he continued to focus on product strategy and development until 2021.
Background in Mobile Engineering
Chris L. has significant experience in mobile engineering, having worked at Surfline Wavetrak, Inc. as the Manager of Mobile Engineering from 2015 to 2016. He later transitioned to the role of Senior Engineering Manager at the same company from 2016 to 2017. His work in mobile engineering has contributed to the development of innovative mobile solutions.
Educational Qualifications
Chris L. holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Integrated Composition, Improvisation, and Technology from the University of California, Irvine, which he completed from 2009 to 2011. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Professional Music from Berklee College of Music, where he studied from 1994 to 1998. His educational background combines technical skills with a strong foundation in creative arts.
Leadership Philosophy and Advocacy
Chris L. advocates for autonomous creative work environments that promote a culture of fun, candor, and a bias for action. His leadership philosophy focuses on setting direction rather than giving directions, which fosters empowerment and innovation within teams. He is also committed to optimizing nonprofit operations to enhance their social impact.