Brian Riley
About Brian Riley
I have always thought that a successful and effective CTO is one grounded in hands-on experience in IT, with intimate knowledge of development and architecture. When I took on the role of CTO, I felt confident that my background and continued work in software engineering would resonate with the company and our mission. One of my strengths is an innate awareness of how software development plays an integral role in a business’s success. Working my way up through the company in various developer and engineering roles has provided me with experience all while doing something I love. Ever since I was a kid, I started developing software and working on computer engineering projects. It was only natural that I would carry that into my career path and make it my life’s work. As a leader at Brainworks, I help my teams bring software to life in an environment rich in integrity and rooted in technical knowledge. As Lead Software Engineer, I am heavily vested in the successful outcomes of our software and infrastructure initiatives. I am an interactive leader focused on development and project details, working side by side with my team. Although I direct each project, by establishing the vision and the proofs of concept, we work collaboratively to achieve our production goals as a group. I love the gratifying process of taking something from whiteboard to completion together. Looking forward, as a dedicated developer I want to surround myself with the top minds in the industry. I have worked tirelessly at Brainworks to create and innovate, challenging myself and those around me to set new standards and develop from the ground up. My innate curiosity and ability to develop software is propelling me to forge new paths in my career. The future of the software industry is bright and full of automation opportunities. I anticipate that my technical prowess, in conjunction with my executive experience, will offer me a pivotal role in the exciting future of software development. I welcome connections with tech leaders on LinkedIn.