Hi, I'm Adam White

I help technology leaders and organizations break through the barriers that limit growth. With 25 years in the trenches, I've learned what actually works.

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Adam White - Technology Leadership Coach

My Story

Over the past 25 years, I've had the privilege of building products that generated over $200M in revenue, scaling teams from 6 to 40+ people, and helping organizations transform how they work.

But my journey wasn't always smooth. I've been the struggling first-time manager, overwhelmed by the shift from writing code to leading people. I've made the mistakes, learned the hard lessons, and figured out what actually works.

Today, I use those experiences to help others navigate their own transformations faster and with less pain. Whether it's coaching a new engineering manager, helping a company optimize their hiring process, or transforming how teams make decisions, I bring practical, battle-tested solutions.

My philosophy is simple: Find the bottleneck, remove it, repeat. Real transformation happens when we focus on what matters most and execute with discipline.

Career Highlights

Key roles and achievements throughout my journey

2023 - Present

Fractional & Coaching

Executive Coach & Consultant

Helping technology leaders and organizations break through growth barriers.

  • 32 leaders coached through transitions
  • Successful product transformations in EdTech, MarTech
  • Interview process overhauls reducing time-to-hire by 50%

2023 - 2024

ViB.Tech

Senior Technical Product Manager

Led transformation from $26M services business to scalable SaaS platform.

  • First PM with dev team of 6
  • Implemented proper SDLC and product processes
  • Transformed legacy systems into modern SaaS platform

2022 - 2023

Polymath

Head of Engineering

Led product development for Layer-1 blockchain and SaaS application.

  • Launched MVP with 5 early customers in 8 months
  • Built cross-functional product and engineering team from ground up
  • Created SaaS reference architecture

2014 - 2017

Synaptive Medical

Director of R&D/Product Development

Led neurosurgery robotics product from concept to $20M first-year revenue.

  • Scaled team from 6 to 40+ people
  • Delivered complex medical device on aggressive timeline
  • Implemented decision frameworks that worked

2003 - 2008

PlateSpin

Co-founder, Director Software Engineering

Built virtualization startup from scratch to successful $205M acquisition.

  • Managed 40+ person team across 4 continents
  • Key player in company growth and exit
  • Learned how to scale teams and processes

Areas of Expertise

Where I can help you break through barriers

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Product Strategy

From idea to launch, I help teams build products that deliver real value and revenue.

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Team Leadership

Scaling teams from 6 to 40+ while maintaining culture and delivery excellence.

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Process Optimization

Finding and removing bottlenecks that slow teams down and frustrate everyone.

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Executive Coaching

Helping technology leaders navigate transitions and level up their impact.

What Drives Me

1

Results Over Theory

I've seen too many frameworks that look great on paper but fall apart in practice. I focus on what actually works in the real world.

2

People First

Behind every technical challenge is a human one. I believe in developing people, not just processes.

3

Continuous Learning

Technology changes fast. I stay current while applying timeless principles that transcend the latest trends.

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Sustainable Success

Quick fixes don't last. I help build systems and capabilities that create lasting transformation.

Beyond Work

Based in Toronto, I work with technology leaders across North America and globally. Whether you're in San Francisco, New York, Vancouver, or anywhere else, I believe in meeting you where you are—literally and figuratively.

I'm always interested in connecting with fellow technology leaders who are passionate about building great products and teams, regardless of geography.

Let's Connect

Whether you need help with a specific challenge or just want to chat about technology and leadership

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