Todd Penkowski
About Todd Penkowski
Todd Penkowski serves as the Vice President of Integration Engineering at OnSolve, where he has achieved significant cost savings and efficiency improvements in IT systems. He has a strong background in software development and team leadership, having previously held a director position at MDTelecom and played a key role in growing One Call Now, LLC.
Work at OnSolve
Todd Penkowski has been serving as the Vice President of Integration Engineering at OnSolve since 2017. In this role, he has focused on enhancing the integration of various IT systems and products. His leadership has been instrumental in driving efficiency and innovation within the organization. Penkowski's responsibilities include managing complex integration projects and ensuring that the company's technological infrastructure meets the needs of its clients.
Education and Expertise
Todd Penkowski holds a Master of Science (MS) and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Electrical Engineering from The Ohio State University. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in technology and engineering. Penkowski's expertise includes integration engineering, software development, and team leadership, particularly within Agile methodologies.
Background
Before joining OnSolve, Todd Penkowski worked at MDTelecom Inc as the Director of Software Development from 1997 to 2006. During his tenure, he designed and implemented a new switching platform and led the integration of IT products from four companies into a single platform. His experience in the Cleveland/Akron, Ohio area has contributed to his understanding of the telecommunications industry.
Achievements
Todd Penkowski has achieved significant milestones throughout his career. He implemented a new Session Border Controller for a telephony system, resulting in over $1 million in savings and addressing security issues for international clients. At One Call Now, LLC, he played a key role in growing the company from a start-up to a mid-size firm, increasing sales from $700K to $18M and expanding the customer base to 30,000 users. Additionally, he managed a $4.5 million annual budget while effectively reducing IT costs.
Team Leadership and Development
In his current role at OnSolve, Todd Penkowski built and led a team of 18 professionals, including developers, QA specialists, IT business analysts, and product owners. He utilized Agile methodologies to enhance team collaboration and project delivery. His leadership approach focuses on fostering a productive work environment that encourages innovation and efficiency.