Greg Freeman
About Greg Freeman
Greg Freeman serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Teamworks, where he oversees product and engineering for the Smartabase business unit. He has a strong background in technology leadership, having previously held CTO positions at several companies, including Teamworks and Smartabase.
Current Role at Teamworks
Greg Freeman serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Teamworks, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he oversees product and engineering for the Smartabase business unit, which is now known as Teamworks AMS. His responsibilities include managing profit and loss (P&L), client retention, commercial strategies, and go-to-market functions. Freeman's leadership is crucial for the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the engineering team.
Previous Experience at Teamworks and Smartabase
Prior to his current role, Greg Freeman worked as the Chief Technology Officer at Smartabase from 2020 to 2022, during which time Smartabase was acquired by Teamworks. He was based in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia. In this capacity, he played a significant role in overseeing the integration of Smartabase into Teamworks, ensuring a smooth transition and alignment with the company's broader objectives.
Education and Expertise
Greg Freeman studied at RMIT University, where he achieved a Master of Data Science Strategy and Leadership. His educational background equips him with the necessary skills to lead engineering teams and develop innovative solutions in data science and technology. Freeman's expertise is reflected in his strategic approach to product development and engineering management.
Notable Achievements in Technology Development
During his tenure at Smartabase, Greg Freeman developed a prototype chatbot utilizing OpenAI, which was trained on Smartabase’s documentation. This initiative aimed to enhance support workflows and significantly reduce training times for users. Additionally, he played a pivotal role in securing Authority to Operate (ATO) within AWS GovCloud, which adhered to NIST 800-53 and other security frameworks, facilitating sales to US military clients.
Career History and Previous Roles
Before joining Teamworks, Greg Freeman held several key positions in technology leadership. He served as Chief Technology Officer at PlanetHome Group GmbH's iFunded from 2018 to 2020 in Berlin, Germany, and at Pubvantage from 2012 to 2018 in Toronto, Canada. His diverse experience in various technology sectors has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of engineering and product development.