Summary
Jason Woodward is a technology leader serving as Chief Technology Officer at Bravery Media, where he shapes human-first design and digital strategy for higher education, while also driving technical direction as Principal at State & Plain. With 14 years in senior engineering and leadership roles, he has built and scaled software across academia, startups, and digital services, including Co-founder/CTO at RecoVend and multiple roles at Cornell University. He brings a strong foundation in computer science from Cornell (BS and M.Eng) and a track record of delivering practical, auditable solutions that connect vendors, educators, and stakeholders. Based in Rochester, NY, he blends hands-on engineering with strategic product leadership to turn complex requirements into clear outcomes. Outside work, he is an instrument-rated private pilot (single engine land and sea) who enjoys exploring the Finger Lakes region by air and sea, signaling disciplined risk management and curiosity.
14 years of coding experience
19 years of employment as a software developer
M.Eng., Computer Science, M.Eng., Computer Science at Cornell University
CMT