Christian Payne

Fire and Rescue NSW

Provided technical leadership and software development support in the E000 Comms Centre, ensuring the stability, security, and functionality of mission-critical applications used in emergency response operations.

Key Achievements:
✔ Led the development & deployment of a web-based incident tool, consolidating multiple stakeholder requirements while ensuring privacy, security, and solution design constraints.
✔ Managed penetration testing for an internally developed application, working with external security specialists to ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards.
✔ Oversaw technical decision-making for internal tools, balancing conflicting short-, medium-, and long-term priorities to optimize resource allocation and project feasibility.
✔ Modernized legacy systems by migrating critical tools from VB5 & VB6 to .NET Core, including fire alarm emulators for training and call recording/playback tools.
✔ Adopted Agile methodologies, utilizing JIRA for task & issue management and Scrum project management to prioritize and deliver features efficiently.
✔ Collaborated with Cyber Security & Support teams to ensure compliance with policies, risk management strategies, and regulatory reporting requirements.
✔ Converted & optimized legacy desktop applications into web-based solutions, leveraging React, Web APIs, and cloud-ready architecture for improved accessibility and maintainability.
✔ Implemented automation & DevOps practices, streamlining daily system checks, RFC documentation, and change management processes via Fire & Rescue’s CAB (Change Advisory Board).

Tech Stack:
✔ Backend: .NET Core 8, Web API
✔ Frontend: Angular 17, React.js, TypeScript
✔ Cloud & Infrastructure: On-premise with cloud migration readiness
✔ Automation & DevOps: CI/CD (TeamCity), MS Test
✔ Security: Penetration testing, risk management compliance
✔ Project Management: JIRA, Scrum, Agile methodologies
✔ Database: MS SQL 2019, MongoDB, MySQL

Principal Engineer

Origin Energy

Software Engineer

Fantastic Furniture

Senior Software Engineer

Tanngo 

Technical Product Manager

Humaniti

Humaniti helps consumers by providing a budgeting tool & cash for surveys.  It helps our customers by providing data insights.

I was Humaniti's first technical hire where I built the dev. team from scratch.  We released MVP (desktop) in 5 months, and then added mobile (iOS & Android) 6 weeks later.

Next phase was to take ownership of our internal processes and procedures.  I implement traditional Software Development practices (SCRUM etc.) and fill the product pipeline.

From there my focus was on scale & growth - increase velocity (more features more often) while reducing bug count,

Tech stack is AWS, Python, Angular & ionic with Postgres & Snowflake.

HR functions included recruitment and defining personal & team KPI's.

10 head count including Dev, Support & QA.

Chief Technology Officer

Fin Coach

- Define and manage product road map.
- Released MVP in 3 months
- Liaise with internal & external stakeholders
- Develop content for product and company collateral
- Sales, trend, and profitability analysis
- Researching, reviewing & reporting on competitors & rival products

Product Manager

Moneysoft AU

Head of Development

Rugby Rank

The aim of Rugby Rank is to deliver maximum benefit, with minimum fuss at a price which makes high end data analysis available to all clubs/schools/universities at all levels of the game. 

The interface has been rigorously tested by highly qualified junior representative and senior coaches and is designed to provide the maximum benefit to the user.

I.T. Manager

eSavvy Pty Ltd

Developed products for Dynamics CRM
Managed a portfolio of +25 products
Developed & deployed web & mobile solutions

SAI Global

Responsible for Standards database
- including Australian, US, UK and European Standards
- managed KPI's for data accuracy and completeness

Data Team Leader (Publishing)

I help teams ship software that actually works - scalable, maintainable, and built to last. 

With 25+ years in tech, I’ve seen every software disaster imaginable - from legacy code, nobody dares to touch to cloud migrations that “should be easy”. My job? Keep teams focused, stakeholders informed, and software delivered- while still being hands one and without unnecessary drama.

My expertise is modernising legacy systems, integrating cloud solutions, and leading teams through complex software transitions. I’ve worked in startups, government, and large enterprises, where I focus on removing bottlenecks, streamlining development, and helping all do their best work.

Great software is as much about people as it is about technology. A good plan, clear priorities, and a team that understands the goal make all the difference. Whether it’s technical strategy, stakeholder alignment, or making tough decisions that keep projects moving, I thrive in bringing structure and clarity to software delivery.

Founder

Vinay Koshy

Sproutworth

Sproutworth helps entrepreneurs and B2B brands build their influence and boost sales through collaboration, content creation, content marketing, and content management solutions https://www.linkedin.com/redir/suspicious-page?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww%2esproutworth%2ecom

My Responsibilities include
• Plan and create content such as podcasts, articles, webinars, and downloads for the blog as well as client blogs
• Content promotion for blogs
• Manage guest writers for blogs

The Predictable B2B Success podcast uncovers what it takes to avoid the guesswork in business and to create predictable success. I interview guests who are experts in their field and have a proven track record. Learn more and catch the latest episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Podcast Host of the Predictable B2B Success Podcast

WP Curve

WP Curve provides unlimited small WordPress fixes live 24 hours a day from $69 / month http://wpcurve.com

My Responsibilities include
• Plan and create content such as articles, webinars, and downloads for the WP Curve blog
• Manage a team of guest writers for the blog
• Content promotion for the WP Curve blog

Content Marketing Manager

Diggy Australia

Brand development, web site traffic growth, web site UI and advertising revenue. Developed brand strategy and implemented online and offline analytics systems.
Strategic Consulting, including business plan & sales strategy development.

•	Develop, Implement and monitor website and micro site development.
•	Develop marketing campaigns and evaluate their effectiveness
•	Fully responsible for the company’s marketing and key account sales
•	Look after 5 business centres, provide coaching and guidance to Centre Managers
•	Business development and key account management
•	Oversee SEO and SEM operations as well as the development of social media and apps

Regional Manager

AAPT

Provide technical recommendations to customers as per their business
requirements;
Train customers on the usage of system and products;
Manage customers’ faults and provide resolutions;
Identify, recommend and implement appropriate customer billing
solutions; and
Train team members on company’s operating systems.

Technical Consultant

Manage and grow existing customer base;
Develop and implement portfolio plans to up-sell to existing customers;
Design solutions for customers and produce proposals;
Leverage internal resources and manage cross functional sales, support
teams and external partners;
Act as the voice of the customer in the business to ensure all customers
expectations are met; and
Identify and explore business networks for the purposes of business
development.

Account Manager

Vision 6

Develop business opportunities and marketing strategies to maximise
customers’ growth and profitability;
Oversee production of advertising materials including layout and
design;
Work closely with programmers, web and graphic designers in
conceptualising and creating product enhancements as well as new
products;
Assist with modifying existing products to meet international
requirements;
Facilitate trade shows & seminars to promote products;
Develop and conduct client presentations;
Create and facilitate training programs and accompanying manuals to train international and domestic distributors in all areas of sales,
marketing, applications and product information;
Lead technical support and responsible for providing technical
information to staff regarding use, deployment and maintenance of
products;
Liaise with customers, internal departments including design,
engineering/programming and accounts;
Research and identify problems within customer service and/or
systems;
Engineer and implement customer service program in order to enhance
efficiency and streamline processes.

Customer Sales & Support Manager

Turning customer stories into drivers of revenue growth | Founder of Sproutworth

👋 Hey! I'm Vinay, the mind behind Sproutworth. My mission? 

Empowering purpose-driven B2B brands like yours to achieve unprecedented revenue growth through the magic of educational content and stories.

In the tech landscape, startups and mid-sized B2B tech companies are working hard to raise funds and predictably generate revenue. But here's the kicker: Standing out in that crowded tech market can be challenging. 

What's on their minds? 

It's all about making their brand shine, keeping that growth strong, and building long-lasting customer relationships. It's like trying to navigate a wild jungle out there! 🚀💡🤝

I offer you the keys to creating an unfair revenue growth advantage without using extra resources. How? By harnessing remarkable customer experiences and content, I help you craft compelling narratives to set your brand apart and drive revenue like never before.

Narratives or storytelling have changed my life. Here's how:

- I raised $8,000 for a community development project two decades ago by sharing four impactful stories.
- In a group of 30, I was the sole individual consistently invited back to preach, proving the power of my storytelling.
- I played a pivotal role in generating $10,000,000 in revenue for a SaaS company solely through storytelling.
- I did content marketing for a company that went through an 8 figure exit.
- My expertise led me to successfully launch programs within organizations by sharing inspiring stories, gaining leadership buy-in, and sparking tremendous buzz.


Ready to revolutionize your B2B tech brand's growth journey? 

Connect with me to embark on a transformative storytelling adventure tailored to businesses like yours.

The Predictable B2B Success podcast uncovers what it takes to avoid the guesswork in business and to create predictable success. I interview guests who are experts in their field and have a proven track record. Learn more and catch the latest episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.  

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