Tech Captains

EP26: From VP to CTO - A Story of Growth with Tim Richardson from Playroll

Ron Danenberg Season 1 Episode 26

Tim Richardson, the CTO of Playroll, brings a wealth of experience from his background and passion for software development. 

At Unibuddy, he was motivated by the company's mission and the chance to impact young people's choices. Transitioning to a CTO role involved learning and mentorship, highlighting the fluid nature of tech leadership roles. In his current position at Playroll, Tim is focused on structuring the engineering team for scalability and efficiency, adopting a squad-based model.

He advocates for "Turn the Ship Around" by David Marquet, a book that aligns with his leadership style of empowering team members and fostering leadership at all levels. Despite the challenges of remote work, such as maintaining team cohesion, Tim is dedicated to enhancing team dynamics and ensuring a shared purpose.

Tim's journey underscores the importance of adaptability, mentorship, and a purpose-driven approach in navigating the complexities of technology leadership and building effective teams.

➜ Hosted by Ron Danenberg and Gareth Thomas.