LIU021: Justin Ryburn – The Road More Traveled with a Field CTO
Kevin and Alexis talk with Justin Ryburn, Kentik’s VP of Global Solution Engineering and Field CTO, about the demands of technical leadership on the road, including balancing executive duties, speaking, team management, and frequent travel.
MAIN POINTS
- Justin’s role combines solution engineering, field CTO responsibilities, and global leadership.
- Travel is a major part of the job and adds complexity to technical work.
- He balances executive engagement, public speaking, and team leadership.
- The discussion highlights the realities behind high-visibility technical roles.
TAKEAWAYS
- Technical leadership often requires strong communication beyond deep technical expertise.
- Frequent travel can shape how leaders manage time, energy, and priorities.
- Field CTO work blends customer-facing influence with internal team coordination.
- Public speaking and executive interaction are core parts of modern technical leadership.