Jason Bouknight Leader. Mentor. Innovator.
A Different World. A Different Leader.
Cloud. Mobile. DevOps.
It can be difficult keeping up with today's climate for rapid change, faster time-to-market deliverables, and providing client-driven services anywhere and anytime via any device.
With 15+ years of software development (half in leadership roles), Jason Bouknight knows how to drive teams to success. Juggling multiple timelines, advancing relevant automation, and driving accountability are just a few examples of how Jason contributes to industry-leading products such as WebSphere Application Server and WebSphere Business Process Manager.
Make Jason part of your leadership team today!
Mentoring Today's Employees For Tomorrow's Needs
Your staff is your greatest asset. Without proper care, they can also be your greatest liability.
Jason recognizes the importance of talent management in order to maximize potential. For three years, he's participated in the IBM-NCSU Pathfinders Program to help students make a successful transition into the workforce. He provides regular and candid feedback to his staff while encouraging them to continuously improve their skills.
For new and veteran employees alike, Jason is routinely a 1-on-1 mentor for many individuals. He was also a founding member of the IBM BlueSpark program - a mentor/mentee program targeting co-op's/interns and supporting a successful talent pipeline. Jason has worked with the Wake County Public School System for 10 years to coordinate and deliver National Engineers Week services to East Garner Magnet Middle School.
Grow, retain, and empower your talent today with Jason!
Innovation That Starts Within
Don't manage decay. Manage innovation.
For over a decade, Jason has developed new ideas and found steady success with the IBM Invention Disclosure Process. As of June 2016, he has filed 9 patents, been issued 4, and published 11 for general disclosure. In July 2013, Jason was awarded the 4th IBM Patent Plateau Invention Achievement for his success in this area.
Jason continuously challenges his staff to seek efficiency improvements, implement automated process enhancements, and actively participate in opportunities for growth. Encouraging patent workgroups, translating client-driven feedback into product enhancements, and developing personal tools are techniques Jason uses to foster innovation.
Ask Jason to build a culture of innovation for you!
Let's Transform Your Business Together
Jason Bouknight is based in the Raleigh-Durham area of North Carolina. He is currently available for hire and is entertaining options. Software Development Management is a preference, but any serious opportunity to demonstrate the above abilities - leadership, mentoring, and innovation - in any industry will be considered.
Of course, there's much more to learn about Jason. Contact him via the LinkedIn profile below or the details you have on his resume.
"Give everything. Expect nothing. Ride the wave." - Jason Bouknight