Patrick Knowlan

Patrick Knowlan is the Director of Engineering Growth at 540, a role in which he focuses on transforming ideas into tangible products, particularly in the areas of web development and APIs. He has a diverse educational background, holding a Bachelor of Science in Integrated Science and Technology from James Madison University, along with training in Visual Design from General Assembly and further studies in Computer Science and Cybersecurity at The George Washington University.

In his professional journey, Patrick has accumulated significant experience in various capacities. He has served as an Army Project Lead at 540 and has held positions such as Technical Lead, Front End Development Lead, and Systems Engineer within the same organization. Additionally, he has contributed to academia as an Adjunct Professor at The George Washington University and has worked as an Application Consultant and Associate Consultant at CSC. His early career included roles as a Teaching Assistant at James Madison University and a freelance Web Developer.

Patrick is known for his passion for innovation and technology, often engaging in discussions about their intersection. He is based in Arlington, Virginia, and is active on LinkedIn under the username @patricknowlan .12