Christopher Greatens
About Christopher Greatens
Christopher Greatens serves as the Senior Vice President of Open Platforms at Bounteous, a position he has held since 2022. With extensive experience in Drupal engineering and a strong commitment to the open-source community, he is recognized for his expertise and contributions in the field.
Work at Bounteous
Christopher Greatens currently serves as the Senior Vice President of Open Platforms at Bounteous, a position he has held since 2022. Prior to this role, he was the Vice President of Drupal Engineering from 2020 to 2022 and the Senior Director of Drupal Engineering from 2014 to 2020. His extensive experience at Bounteous highlights his expertise in managing and enhancing open platforms, particularly in relation to Drupal.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Bounteous, Christopher Greatens worked at Tosca Ltd as the Director of Information Technology for eight months in 2013-2014. His earlier career includes a role as a Software Engineer at Global Crossing from 1998 to 2001 and as a Programmer/Analyst at Green Bay Packaging from 1994 to 1998. This diverse background in technology and management has contributed to his current leadership role.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Greatens earned his Juris Doctor (JD) from Marquette University Law School, where he studied from 2003 to 2009. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, completed from 1990 to 1994. His educational background supports his expertise in technology and law, particularly in maximizing investments in Drupal and Acquia.
Contributions to the Open-Source Community
Christopher Greatens is recognized for his significant contributions to the open-source community, especially in the area of Drupal. He is noted for being one of the most certified Drupalists globally, holding multiple Triple-Certifications in Drupal. His commitment to the community reflects his dedication to advancing open-source technologies.