Jay Tillotson, Founder of Techshift

James (Jay) Tillotson

Technology Advisor, Operator & Investor

As a seasoned technology leader with 25 years of experience in both strategic and tactical IT roles, I have worked with a wide range of organizations, from startups to Fortune 500 companies, including four within the top 50. My mission is to help organizations leverage technology as a strategic asset to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and foster growth while simultaneously reducing costs and enhancing customer satisfaction.

My expertise spans various industries, including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, government, consumer packaged goods (CPG), gaming, and more. This diverse background allows me to easily address unique business challenges and apply tailored technical solutions across sectors. My primary areas of expertise include creating and implementing effective IT strategies, leading digital transformation and modernization initiatives, refining processes and organizational structures for operational excellence, and enabling new business opportunities through the use of emerging technologies.

Need assistance from an experienced professional?

Let’s talk! Technology is my passion, and I’d be happy to help!  I enjoy advising business and IT leaders, solving complex problems, and cultivating new ideas that have the potential to drive transformative outcomes. Please feel free to reach out regarding any of the following:

Advisory

From quick phone calls to lengthy engagements, I'm available to share my insights and experiences.

Referrals

Looking for the right tool, employee or firm to meet your needs? I can help point you in the right direction.

Live discussions

I'm available for interviews, speaking engagements, and podcasts pertaining to a wide range of topics.

Investment

Are you a startup with great growth potential? I'd welcome the opportunity to hear your pitch.

Jay is a knowledgeable expert in the field of Cloud Computing, enterprise infrastructure, and associated strategies and execution. He successfully led PepsiCo's global shift to the cloud and achieved positive and impactful results. He is a reliable and adaptable leader who values transparency and giving power to his team. I’m impressed by his unique approach, teamwork, and willingness to suggest new ideas instead of accepting the norm.
Brion G.
I had the pleasure of collaborating with Jay to advance cloud provisioning and automation capabilities for PepsiCo R&D. During this time Jay demonstrated he was a true digital leader that understands how business functions can leverage cloud platforms to deliver solutions with greater speed and efficiency. I would highly recommend Jay as a forward-thinking and value-oriented technology leader.
Peter O.
Jay's leadership was the driving force behind Sungard AS achieving a significant, corporate-wide change management initiative in record time. The average company takes two years to complete this type of change and thanks to Jay's dedication we completed it in nine months. He is a great people motivator and can also lead through influence. Jay is a great asset to the team and I would love to work with him again.
Meg R.
Jay has a solid understanding of technology and can translate what is technically needed to meet the business needs of the company. Whether managing a technical team in operations or in product development, Jay never fails the business, the customer or the team. Jay is an excellent leader with incredible attention to detail and strategic vision. His integrity and character are above reproach, and I would be honored to work with him again.
Ivan L.

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