Pillar is a different kind of consulting firm. We’re not just interested in cutting edge technology. We’re interested in using technology to solve problems and create business value.
That’s why we talk about transformations, not services. For over 14 years we have selected the brightest minds in technology and business to teach companies how to quickly see real returns on their technology investment. Our Speed-to-Value (STV) approach combines zero defect development with lean business analysis and flexible enterprise project management to produce the most scalable agile development in the world.
Gary is an entrepreneur who enjoys the challenge of starting new companies. He has served in various Business and IT roles throughout his career, but his most rewarding and challenging role is assembling teams of talented individuals and pointing them in a common direction.
"We are laser focused on the challenge of transforming the IT world. We are ambassadors for Agile Blending and want to see as many companies as possible rescued from the practices of the past. We are providing hope through hands-on mentoring, education and project services on a national basis."
Gary enjoys spending time with family, mountain biking, golf and participating in short term mission trips to Africa. He and his wife have founded a non-profit organization called EOTR International to meet the needs of the poor on a global basis.
Bob has over 20 years in the IT industry and is currently serving as the President of Pillar. Prior to joining Pillar, Bob served as a CIO, CTO, and IT Director. He was a consultant for CGE&Y and was a Director/Partner in one of the largest internet growth companies. Bob has also been a founding partner in the creation and sale of two Internet related start-up companies. For the past 10 years Bob has focused on strategic technology engagements that impact business process improvement, sales growth, cost displacement and new business operating models. Bob's primary skills are in the area of Business Process Re-engineering, IT Engineering and Object Oriented Framework Development.
Matt joined Pillar in 2005 as VP of Fulfillment for the Ohio Valley Region after years of notable accomplishments. Matt has developed a testing practice focused on functional test automation and application performance management. Matt founded Solstice Software, a company that wrote Automated Unit and Integration Testing Products and continues to push the envelope with test automation. He is one of the key innovators around our Speed To Value (S2V) approach. Matt's skills and experience has been instrumental in the development of Pillar's Practice Management model that maximizes the impact of productivity by enforcing those proven concepts and training.
Angelo's position at Pillar will add a level of professional management to the organization that we need to grow Pillar to the next level. He will also ensure our approach is compatible for CIO and CEO’s of many of our mid-sized to large customers. Prior to joining Pillar, Mr. Mazzocco most recently served as Chief Information Officer for Progressive Medical, Inc. His background also includes roles as VP & CIO at The Dispatch Printing Company & Affiliates, COO and Professional Services Director at NCGroup, board memberships at GroundWork Group and Quick Solutions, advisory positions with OCLC and Navigator, and is a founding member of TechTomorrow (once called CIOOhio). Mr. Mazzocco also is a member of the adjunct faculty at Otterbein University.
John is an experienced IT leader, generalist and agilist with over 20 years experience in the field. His passion for learning and coaching has led him to a variety of leadership roles, including Application Development, Enterprise Architecture, Quality, and Operations/Infrastructure. He has led the effort to deploy agile methods at the enterprise and team level. Since joining Pillar, John has turned his passion to the human development aspects of agile teams and is currently responsible for Talent, Learning and Development within the organization.
Daryl is responsible for the connection between sales and the delivery teams. He grew up in Alberta, Canada and has worked for SHL Systemhouse, Claremont Technology Group (Covansys) and Perficient. He has worked on Agile delivery teams for more than a decade and enjoys helping clients link their IT efforts to business value. Daryl's clients have included many of the Fortune 500, as well as Silicon Valley startups.
Daryl enjoys travel, music and investing. He very interested in holistic healthcare and renewable energy. Daryl and his wife live in Westerville Ohio where they've been for the past 14 years.
Todd has been responsible for software delivery in various roles over the past 15 years, including developing, leading large teams and coaching organizations through Agile transformation. He has worked with everything from fortune 50 companies to startups, including healthcare, manufacturing, finance, insurance, distribution, and education. He has been fortunate to speak to other passionate software developers at the user group, local, regional, and national conference level. Todd is consistently looking for new approaches to quickly deliver high-quality software.
Todd has stayed close to his Buckeyes throughout the years and currently shares his Central Ohio home with his wife and two daughters.
Jay serves as VP of Business Development at Pillar. A former associate at Gartner, the premier IT analyst firm, Jay has supported some of the world's leading information technology executives. Jay has served as COO of CDW, an ISP design and contraction company. In this role, Jay led the day to day operations and strategic vision for the organization which designed Internet access networks in 14 countries around the world. Jay launched and managed Outreach Networks until their acquisition by ISS/Internet Security Systems (now part of IBM).
Jay has served as executive leader and board member of multiple for-profit and non-profit organizations. He is a pilot and works to introduce inner-city youth to opportunities through aviation careers in his spare time.
Rachel joined Pillar in 2005 as Pillar's first recruiter in the Ohio Valley region. She has over 13 years of professional experience including 6 years of resource management and 12 years of recruiting experience, across industry lines. She specializes in recruiting software craftsman, Agile Coaches and Business Analysts.
Though her career started in recruitment, Ms. Howard is passionate about cultural and organizational change, relationship building, personal development and consultant management. She is often called the company "Mom" and with two beautiful daughters and a wonderful husband at home she has lots of opportunities to take care of others!
Mark joined Pillar as a Delivery Lead in January 2010 and was promoted to the Director position in January 2011 with the goal of growing Pillar's offerings in the region. Mark has focused his career on finding the most effective ways to deliver value to the businesses he is working with. He has been a developer, business analyst, project manager and leader during his 30 year career.
Prior to joining Pillar, Mark was a Director of Finance and Sr. Development Manager at Hollywood Video. He has 10 years of experience at major consulting firms including holding a Director position at CBSI, and 10 years of experience in commercial software development. During this time, he was involved in designing Oracle’s initial process manufacturing suite, managing the integration of Platinum’s financial suite and managing construction of financial applications at Hyperion. At Chrome Systems his team successfully replaced the automotive configuration engine for the site in less than 120 days, with a full Java solution using XP. One of the most complex assignments Mark has accomplished was building and implementing the GM BuyPower automotive configuration engine.
To give back to the community, Mark enjoys mentoring people and has given thousands of hours feeding the homeless. For fun, he and his wife of 30 years, Yolette, have remodeled 15 homes.
Angela joined Pillar in July of 2010 as the Financial Controller. She has brought with her several years of experience in the IT industry having worked as the Controller and later Vice President of Finance for Touchmark Consulting. In addition, she was a consultant with Accunet where she helped companies upgraded their accounting software to more robust systems like Microsoft GP and Microsoft SL. She will be responsible for all finance operation as well as keeping Pillar current with respect to any accounting practices.
Angela is married and has three children. She enjoys time with family, getting involved in her children’s activities, traveling, art and working on remodeling her home.