Chris Sjoholm
About Chris Sjoholm
Chris Sjoholm is a Manager of Application Development at Russell Investments, where he has worked since 2010. He has extensive experience in software development, project management, and user training, having previously managed projects at OCS Technologies and worked as a Software Engineer at Vertafore.
Work at Russell Investments
Chris Sjoholm has been employed at Russell Investments since 2010, initially serving as a Senior Application Developer. In 2019, he transitioned to the role of Manager, Application Development. Over his tenure, he has contributed to various software development projects and has played a significant role in enhancing application functionalities.
Previous Experience at Vertafore
Prior to joining Russell Investments, Chris Sjoholm worked at Vertafore as a Software Engineer from 1995 to 2010. During this 15-year period, he gained extensive experience in software development, contributing to multiple projects and enhancing his technical skills in the field.
Project Management and Development Skills
Chris has managed the CourtManager and TicketManager projects at OCS Technologies, which served municipal courts and parking ticket enforcement in Washington. He played a key role in developing the Migration Assistant tool, which helps customers analyze databases for compatibility issues with AMS360. His experience includes collecting user requirements, designing, developing, and testing software enhancements.
Education and Training
Chris Sjoholm studied Computer Science at Seattle Pacific University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 1988 to 1992. He also received Scrum Master training and has served as a backup Scrum Master, demonstrating his commitment to agile project management methodologies.
Early Career and Contributions
In his early career, Chris worked as an Office Manager at Haight Carpet, where he set up a 401k plan and helped implement the first company website. He also computerized the sales staff, showcasing his ability to integrate technology into business operations. Additionally, he was the primary developer for two releases of AFW, a flagship agency management system.