John Hodges

John Hodges is the Senior Vice President of Product Strategy at AvePoint, a leading enterprise software company that specializes in data management and governance solutions. He has been in this role since September 2020, after serving as the Vice President of Product Management for Global Accounts from May 2011 to September 2020. In his current position, he is responsible for shaping the product strategy and direction for AvePoint, focusing on customer satisfaction, solution design, and system integration to meet the needs of large enterprise clients.12

Professional Background

• Director of Product Strategy: Before becoming SVP, Hodges held this position from August 2010 to May 2011, where he oversaw a team of product managers and focused on market trends impacting product development.
• Product Manager: He was also a product manager for AvePoint’s SharePoint solutions from March 2008 to August 2010, where he significantly expanded the product portfolio based on customer feedback.
• Technical Writer: His career at AvePoint began as a technical writer in early 2008, where he developed documentation for new technologies.1

Education

Hodges holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University, with a concentration in optics, photonics, and electromagnetics. He also studied physics at Adelphi University, where he was recognized on the Dean's List.1

Skills and Expertise

John is noted for his ability to engage with C-level executives and translate complex technical concepts into strategic business solutions. His expertise lies in leveraging technology to solve business problems and drive innovation within organizations.13