When technical leadership falters, so does your entire delivery engine. Growing companies face a critical inflection point where startup processes no longer scale, but a full executive team isn't yet necessary. That's where Whetstrat brings exceptional value.
20+ years leading engineering teams through critical growth phases across financial services, education technology, and enterprise SaaS
Unlike traditional consultants who provide only strategic guidance or technical implementers who focus solely on execution, we bridge the gap between vision and delivery
25-40% faster time-to-market, 40% defect reduction, and 30% improved team efficiency in previous roles
Executive-caliber expertise at accessible price points for growth-stage companies—more hands-on than big consulting firms, more structured than independent contractors
With over 20 years in software engineering leadership, Charles has a proven track record of transforming technology teams and delivering measurable improvements in delivery performance.
As a senior technology executive, Charles has led engineering teams through critical growth phases at companies ranging from early-stage startups to established enterprises. His experience spans financial technology, education technology, and enterprise SaaS, giving him a unique perspective on the challenges facing growth-stage companies.
Most recently, Charles served as Senior Director of Engineering and Agile Transformation Leader at Infinite Blue, where he led a comprehensive transformation that resulted in 25% faster time-to-market and 40% reduction in defect rates while improving team predictability and cross-functional collaboration.
Previously, as Manager of Software Engineering at Ellucian, Charles managed multiple Agile teams delivering features across SaaS products while implementing performance optimization initiatives that improved system response times by 30%.
Throughout his career, Charles has consistently demonstrated the ability to align technology strategy with business objectives, build high-performing teams, and implement processes that scale effectively as organizations grow.
Based in the Philadelphia area, Whetstrat Consulting serves clients locally and remotely across the United States.
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