TPM / VP of Engineering

Mark W. J. Kelly

Technical Product Manager / VP of Engineering

***********@*****.*** • 949-***-****

www.linkedin.com/in/markwjkelly/

Laguna Beach, CA

Dynamic Technology Executive with over 25 years of global experience architecting high-volume consumer and commercial products and software solutions across multiple industries. Merges hands-on engineering expertise from silicon through cloud with strategic vision for AI-driven innovation. Excels in designing and developing immersive technologies, scalable SaaS platforms, and machine learning solutions while aligning technology roadmaps with business objectives. Proven record of transforming business requirements into detailed and actionable technical requirements, getting complex concepts into market- ready solutions, securing multiple patents, and fostering cross-functional collaboration that delivers award-winning products. Specializing in fast-paced, Agile development and results-driven leader who thrives in both startup environments and mature organizations, consistently driving product innovation and managing development processes while developing high-performance teams. Passionate about embedding Generative AI to enhance functionality, improve predictive diagnostics, and optimize customer experience within unique Products, IoT, Mobile and SaaS frameworks. Skills

• Product Strategy & Vision

• Innovation & Conceptualization

• Hands-on Software Engineering

• IoT System Architecture & Development

• Immersive Solutions & Experiences

• Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps

• AI-based Agentic Development

• Cross-Functional Team Leadership

• Product Management

• SaaS Platform Development

• Product Lifecycle Management

• Predictive Analytics & Diagnostics

• Technical Product Management

• Mobile Development

• Agile Methodologies

• Generative AI Implementations

• P&L Management

• Patent Development

Professional Experience

Silicon Storm – Newport Beach, CA 2015 – Present

CTO & Head of Product Management & Innovation

Led efforts to establish the company as a leader in the tech industry with hands-on and by leading a talented team in creating advanced innovative prototypes, mixed reality projects, conceptualizing products, and delivering impactful software solutions. Transform ideas into market-ready products through expertise in concept design, patent filing, and solution implementation. Enhanced the company’s reputation as a trusted partner by delivering tailored solutions addressing complex industry challenges.

• Launched two companies as a fractional CTO/Creative Technologist, enabling their growth and technology strategy while hands-on for design, planning and development activities, securing patents for both companies.

• AI Agentic development using Generative AI, system design and integration, conceptualizing AI integration to existing system, and deploying autonomous AI Agent including MCP development and implementation, based Agentic Workflows and Automations.

• Developed award-winning medical device to aid chemotherapy patients and healthcare providers in understanding potential side effects.

• Developed multiple immersive experiences including location-based activations, AR & VR solutions and games for various clients HG Home Guardian – Newport Beach, CA 2022 – 2024

CTO & Technical Product Manager

Direct all technology initiatives, including product management, team building, system architecture, and the development of an innovative, patented home monitoring platform (set for launch in late 2025). Lead the design and implementation of a SaaS software and hardware solution integrating support for homeowners, installation technicians, and service providers. Spearhead core technology development and wrote the initial patents, securing intellectual property for the company.

• Architected, designed and developed an Internet of Things (IoT) sensor network, including machine learning capabilities.

• Authored and secured the company’s first patent, with additional patents under review.

• Pioneered AI and machine learning systems to enhance system awareness, detect faults, and enable predictive diagnostics for household equipment.

Events.com – La Jolla, CA 2011 – 2015

Chief Technology Officer

Led the development and management of multiple production teams, both internal and remote, to execute a unified SaaS development strategy and product roadmap. Drove the company’s strategic pivot to event management, overseeing key acquisitions—Eventsonline, Gablit.com, and Pixelpushers/Civica Software—and integrating their systems into a cohesive platform. Headed product design, operational management, and technical oversight, utilizing AWS infrastructure to support scalable backend and websites. Scaled the technical and product management team from 4 to over 50 full time employees with additional staffing from several remote development teams.

• Expanded the company by incorporating multiple locations and studios, while managing all aspects of SaaS development.

• Led the development of AWS based solutions, including multi-tenant systems allowing for complex requirements and custom interfaces to handle client specific requirements including unique payment processing and taxation rules.

• Positioned Events.com as a leading event management SaaS platform through innovative technology solutions and operational excellence.

Platescan – Newport Beach, CA 2005 - 2011

Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder

Lead, developed and deployed proprietary tech solutions & product lines, including Automatic License Plate Recognition (“ALPR”) for law enforcement and government agencies. Lead the product expansion reach across the US, Canada, Mexico and Europe. Expanded the ALPR licensing portfolio, establishing applications in secondary markets including parking, asset recovery, and access control. Served as technology trainer and liaison for US Intelligence Community, enabling technical teams and researchers to effectively implement solutions.

• Executed a strategic investment and development partnership with In-Q-Tel to deliver technologies to the U.S. Intelligence community.

• Played a pivotal role in the introduction of advanced recognition technologies for law enforcement and intelligence sectors, securing a leading role in the US market using a unique gamification system for our UI and better office engagement.

• Negotiated a multi-million-dollar acquisition of the company by a major federal contractor serving DHS and CBP, maximizing exit value.

Additional Experience

Pixelpushers Inc / Civica Software – Newport Beach, CA 1997 - 2014 Chief Technology Officer & Founder

Founded Pixelpushers in 1997, with the sole purpose of developing innovative Web based technologies. Served as President and Chief Technology Officer for the company, designing and architecting its various technologies. Initially, we marketed to mid-sized California-based companies. After substantial success in the corporate world, Pixelpushers moved into the government market, establishing the Civica Software (Civica) brand, becoming a major provider of Website content management solutions for local governments. Virgin Interactive – Irvine, CA 1991 - 1997

Executive Producer & Sr. Principal Software Engineer I relocated from the UK in 1991 to expand the development operations of the Virgin Games company. Led the development of a new game engine platform for future development of game titles. This led to the Super NES Platform engine which was used numerous titles over the next 3 years. These included several major Disney-licensed titles, such as The Lion King, Jungle Book, Pinocchio, etc.

Education

Engineering (HND)

University of the West of Scotland

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