Summary
John Strickler is a seasoned engineering leader with over 18 years in software development and 11 years in senior roles, currently serving as Head of Engineering at Big Ticket Inc., where he leads API-first initiatives to standardize insurance data and accelerate renewal cycles. He combines startup grit—as Co-Founder & CTO of Garrison Home Services—with enterprise experience at Capital One and Kinsale Insurance, delivering scalable architecture and product-focused engineering. A Virginia Tech IT graduate with an MBA from VCU, he blends technical depth and business acumen to drive revenue, margin improvement, and operational scale. Known for bridging domain knowledge in insurance with pragmatic engineering, he excels at turning complex legacy workflows into streamlined, data-first platforms.
11 years of coding experience
14 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science - BS Information Technology, Bachelor of Science - BS Information Technology at Virginia Tech
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Virginia Commonwealth University