In this episode of The CTO Show with Mehmet, we sit down with Joe Conley, an accomplished CTO and the founder of Techsight, to dive deep into the intricacies of technology leadership and innovation. With over 16 years of experience in software engineering, Joe has honed his expertise in scaling data platforms, navigating M&A due diligence, and driving efficiency for startups and established businesses alike. Currently based in the greater Philadelphia area, Joe shares his journey from full-stack engineering to fractional CTO roles, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of leading in tech.
Key Topics Discussed:
- Technical due diligence red flags in M&A
- Integration challenges post-acquisition
- PropTech trends and data standardization
- Practical applications of Generative AI in business
- Transitioning from engineering to technical leadership
- Building simple, effective systems at scale
About Joe Conley: Joe Conley is a Fractional CTO based in the greater Philadelphia region. Through his company TechSight, he provides technical leadership for M&A due diligence, startup scaling, and enterprise technology transformation. His experience spans multiple industries including PropTech, healthcare, and telecommunications.
Connect with Joe Conley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jpc2/
Learn more about Techsight at https://techsight.dev/
Check out Joe’s personal blog at https://jpc2.org
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:06 Joe Conley's Background and Career Journey
01:43 Challenges and Opportunities in Startups
02:47 Building Robust Systems Across Industries
05:41 Technical Due Diligence in M&A
15:51 Trends in PropTech and Real Estate
18:15 The Impact of Gen AI on Technology
38:25 Advice for Aspiring CTOs and Leadership Insights
44:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
