Jason Goecke

Technology Executive & Innovation Leader | Avid Photographer

Revolutionizing organizational culture and processes at Fortune 500 companies. Expertise in AI/ML, cloud automation, and strategic leadership. Passionate about capturing moments through the lens of my camera.

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About Me

As a technology leader, I've learned that innovation emerges from the delicate interplay between technical precision and creative vision. My journey through photography has shaped my approach to leadership, teaching me that transformative solutions often arise when we view challenges through both an analytical and artistic lens.

In executive roles, I've cultivated collaborative, high performing teams that consistently deliver exceptional outcomes. My track record includes revolutionizing organizational culture and processes at Fortune 100 companies, where I've optimized efficiency, scalability, and revenue growth through a combination of strategic vision, hands-on technical expertise, and leading teams.

Deep technical expertise as a well-rounded subject matter expert spans cloud technology, SaaS, telecoms, customer experience, DevOps, and security, allowing me to approach technological challenges with both breadth and depth. I leverage emerging technologies like AI/ML and cloud computing to drive transformative change while maintaining unwavering attention to detail and quality in every initiative.

Executive Roles

Intel Corporation

Intel Corporation

Vice President & General Manager

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Intel Corporation

Vice President & General Manager

Led strategic initiatives in cloud and telecommunications, driving revenue growth and market expansion. Spearheaded Intel's entrance into emerging technology markets while managing multi-billion dollar business units.

Cisco Systems

Cisco Systems

Vice President & General Manager

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Cisco Systems

Vice President & General Manager

Oversaw product strategy and go-to-market execution for cloud communications portfolio. Led the integration of acquired companies and managed a global team driving innovation in collaboration technologies.

Tropo

Tropo

President & CEO

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Tropo

President & CEO (Acquired by Cisco)

Founded and scaled cloud communications platform to successful acquisition by Cisco Systems. Built developer-focused API platform serving thousands of customers globally.

Voxeo Labs

Voxeo Labs

Chief Technology Officer

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Voxeo Labs

Chief Technology Officer

Led technical innovation and product development for voice and messaging platforms. Architected scalable solutions processing billions of interactions annually.

Presence Technology

Presence Technology

Managing Director

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Presence Technology

Managing Director

Led enterprise communications consulting practice. Delivered strategic technology solutions for Fortune 500 companies across telecommunications and collaboration domains.

M&A Experience

Throughout my career, I have led multiple startup ventures to successful exits, gaining comprehensive experience in M&A from both the sell and buy sides within large corporations. This dual perspective has enhanced my ability to identify strategic opportunities, conduct thorough due diligence, and execute seamless integrations. Additionally, I launched a substantial equity fund within a major corporation, fostering innovation and supporting the growth of emerging technologies. These experiences have honed my expertise in strategic development, investment evaluation, and value creation through mergers and acquisitions.

Cisco

Acquires:

Tropo

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Cisco Acquires Tropo

Led Tropo through successful acquisition by Cisco Systems. As President & CEO, positioned the company for strategic sale, managed due diligence, and transitioned to Vice President role at Cisco. Oversaw integration of cloud communications platform into Cisco's portfolio while maintaining product vision and team culture. Key achievement: Scaled developer-focused API platform serving thousands of customers globally to successful exit.

Cisco

Acquires:

MindMeld

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Cisco Acquires MindMeld

Led acquisition of MindMeld, an AI-powered conversational interface platform, into Cisco's collaboration portfolio. Managed buy-side due diligence, valuation analysis, and integration planning. Oversaw technical evaluation of natural language processing capabilities and assessment of product-market fit. Successfully integrated MindMeld's AI/ML technology into Cisco's enterprise collaboration solutions, enhancing intelligent assistant capabilities across the product line.

Corporate Innovation Fund:

Cisco Spark

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Cisco Spark Innovation Fund

Launched and managed a substantial corporate venture fund within Cisco to foster innovation in collaboration technologies. Established investment thesis, sourcing strategy, and portfolio management processes. Evaluated emerging technologies and startups in cloud communications, AI/ML, and enterprise software. Made strategic investments supporting the growth of innovative companies while identifying potential acquisition targets. Fund focused on supporting the ecosystem around Cisco's collaboration platform and identifying transformative technologies for integration.

Advisory Roles

Leveraging decades of experience to guide innovative companies in cloud infrastructure, AI/ML, telecommunications, and enterprise software.

Intel Ignite

Intel Ignite

Mentor

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Intel Ignite

Mentor

Mentor for Intel's global startup accelerator program, guiding early-stage companies in deep tech, AI, and enterprise software. Provide strategic guidance on go-to-market, product development, and scaling operations.

NASA

NASA

Strategic Advisor

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NASA

Strategic Advisor

Advising on space technology commercialization and innovation partnerships. Focus on bridging government research with private sector applications in aerospace and satellite communications.

Sagen AI

Sagen AI

Strategic Advisor

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Sagen AI

Strategic Advisor

Guiding AI/ML platform development and enterprise adoption strategies. Focus on product-market fit and building scalable technical infrastructure for next-generation AI applications.

ISKME

ISKME

Board Member

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ISKME

Board Member

Serving on the board of the Institute for the Study of Knowledge Management in Education, advancing open educational resources and equitable access to learning technologies.

Heatseeker

Heatseeker

Strategic Advisor

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Heatseeker

Strategic Advisor

Advising on AI-driven customer experience platforms and enterprise sales strategy. Focus on scaling operations and building strategic partnerships in the enterprise market.

Beach Break

Beach Break

Advisory Board

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Beach Break Film Festival

Advisory Board

Advisory board member for independent cinema festival celebrating emerging filmmakers. Curate film selections and guide strategic direction for festival growth and community engagement.

Project Ledo

Project Ledo

Strategic Advisor

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Project Ledo

Strategic Advisor

Advising on technology strategy and product development for innovative health tech solutions. Guide go-to-market strategy and enterprise partnerships.

Ericsson

Ericsson

Strategic Advisor

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Ericsson

Strategic Advisor

Advising on telecommunications innovation and cloud infrastructure strategy. Focus on 5G network evolution and enterprise communications platforms.

Telstra

Telstra

Strategic Advisor

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Telstra

Strategic Advisor

Advising on digital transformation and cloud communications strategy for Australia's leading telecommunications provider. Guide enterprise solutions and technology partnerships.

Technical Leadership

Deep technical expertise spanning cloud architecture, telecommunications, AI/ML, and enterprise software development. Led engineering teams building transformative technologies at scale.

Patents & Innovation

5 patents in telecommunications and routing technologies, demonstrating commitment to technical innovation and solving complex engineering challenges.

Patent Areas:

  • Cloud communications routing
  • Real-time protocol optimization
  • Telecommunications infrastructure
  • Distributed systems architecture
Adhearsion

Open Source Contributions

Co-founder of Adhearsion, an open-source framework for voice application development. Active contributor to telecommunications and cloud infrastructure projects.

Key Projects:

  • Adhearsion Framework (Co-founder)
  • VoIP protocol implementations
  • Cloud communications tools
  • DevOps automation frameworks

Technical Expertise

Cloud & Infrastructure

  • AWS, Azure, GCP
  • Kubernetes & containerization
  • Microservices architecture
  • DevOps & CI/CD

AI/ML & Data

  • Machine learning platforms
  • Natural language processing
  • Data pipeline architecture
  • Real-time analytics

Telecommunications

  • VoIP & SIP protocols
  • Real-time communications
  • WebRTC implementations
  • Telecom infrastructure

Security & Compliance

  • Zero-trust architecture
  • SOC 2 & ISO compliance
  • Security best practices
  • Enterprise authentication

Photography

Photography is more than a hobby—it's a lens through which I view leadership and innovation. The discipline of composition, the patience of waiting for the perfect moment, and the creativity of seeing what others might miss have shaped my approach to business challenges.

"As a technology leader, I've learned that innovation emerges from the delicate interplay between technical precision and creative vision. My journey through photography has shaped my approach to leadership, teaching me that transformative solutions often arise when we view challenges through both an analytical and artistic lens."

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