Woodson Hobbs
About Woodson Hobbs
Woodson Hobbs is an Executive Advisor, CIO, and Founder at Opolis, with a notable background in leadership roles at Phoenix Technologies and Intellisync. He has a proven track record of driving significant growth and innovation in the technology sector.
Work at Opolis
Woodson Hobbs serves as Executive Advisor, CIO, Founder, and Member of the Board at Opolis since 2014. His role involves guiding the company's strategic direction and overseeing technological innovations. Hobbs has been instrumental in shaping the operational framework of Opolis, contributing to its growth and development in the digital employment space.
Previous Experience at Phoenix Technologies
Hobbs held the position of President and CEO at Phoenix Technologies, Ltd. from 2006 to 2010. During his tenure, he implemented strategic initiatives that revitalized the company. His leadership resulted in significant improvements in company performance and market position.
Leadership at Intellisync
From 2002 to 2006, Hobbs was President and CEO of Intellisync, which was later acquired by Nokia. He successfully expanded the customer base from 250,000 to 2 million within five years. His strategic product development and marketing initiatives played a crucial role in this growth.
Educational Background
Hobbs studied Computer Science with a focus on Math at Purdue University from 2103 to 2105. He also attended Wabash College, where he studied Economics from 2100 to 2102. His educational background provided a strong foundation for his career in technology and business.
Achievements in Product Development
Hobbs led the development of significant industry innovations, including the decimalization of share trading, which was ahead of the market by seventeen years. He also developed the world's first consumer direct trading systems and the Mutual Fund Marketplace, which now manages over $1 trillion in assets.