Duke Skarda

Duke Skarda is a seasoned technology leader excelling in areas such as cloud computing, Big Data architecture, and enterprise architecture. With a passion for speaking in public forums and enjoying pursuits like sailing, baseball, and dogs, Duke brings a diverse range of experiences to the table. His professional journey has seen him in pivotal roles ranging from Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at a startup to Senior Vice President (SVP) at Fortune 500 companies, showcasing his versatility and leadership.

Educationally, Duke Skarda holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering from The University of Texas at El Paso, and he has further enriched his knowledge with studies at the University of Colorado at Boulder. During his career, Duke has been associated with renowned organizations, including his current role as CTO at Appspace. His previous positions include serving as the Next Generation Platform leader at IBM, CTO at SoftLayer Technologies, Inc., VP of IT and Development at The Planet, and several senior executive roles at Level3 Communications Inc. and an architecture role at Sprint.

Duke Skarda's professional ethos revolves around seeking technical and strategic roles that are action-oriented, demonstrating his proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation. He derives immense satisfaction from leading teams to create compelling and challenging products that push boundaries.