About Deryck Griffith
50+ Years Leading Technology at Fortune 1000 Companies
From Sony and Canon to building autonomous robotics systems, my career has been defined by transforming ambitious technology visions into operational reality.
MS Information Technology and Digital Communications
VP/CTO role at Thermo Electron (3.2B MIT Spinout)
Senior Advisory Role at Sony, Canon, RFS, Genesys Telecommunications
AI expertise since 1993
Led operations across 55 countries
Fractional CTO & marketing automation partner for growth-focused businesses.
Quick Stats
50+
Years Experience
55
Countries Led
6
Recent Honors
“Most businesses don't need more technology. They need better decisions about the right technology.”
— Deryck Griffith
Credentials & Recognition
Decades of executive leadership backed by world-class education and industry recognition.
Computerworld Premier 100
IT Leader Recognition
Industry recognition for technology leadership excellence at enterprise scale.
NextGen 250 Company
Three years running
Led my company to an 11.2M buyout and won CRN Magazine award three years in a row
Six Recent Industry Honors
2024–2025 shortlists
Recognized as Most Innovative CEO, AI Strategist, and Technology Visionary across multiple awards.
Executive Experience
From global CTO roles to leading multi-billion-dollar R&D organizations, my work has centered on turning complex technology into competitive advantage.
Highlights:
- Led technology operations across 55 countries
- Built and scaled global R&D organizations
- Delivered industry‑first AI and robotics innovations
Sony Corporation · Sr. Advisory Role
Led worldwide technology strategy and innovation initiatives for a global leader in electronics and entertainment.
Managed design and implemntDirected global R&D and product development portfolios
Pioneered digital transformation initiatives at enterprise scale
Executive leadership for Canon’s professional imaging division, serving broadcast and elite sports markets.
- Developed golf ball tracking technology for the 1997 U.S. Open broadcast
- Led product innovation for global broadcast and professional markets
- Built strategic partnerships to accelerate technology adoption
Thermo Electron · VP of R&D Spectra Precision Division
Led research and development for a $3.1B public company in the scientific and industrial sector.
- Managed enterprise‑scale R&D operations and portfolios
- Delivered next‑generation product platforms across multiple lines
- Built and mentored high‑performing global technical teams
Career Milestones
56 years of entrepreneurial innovation across AI, robotics, imaging, and digital transformation.
1993 — Started AI/ML work with neural networks
1997 — Led autonomous robotics development (world’s first in its category)
1998 — Developed golf ball tracking for U.S. Open broadcast
2010s — Advisory roles at Sony, Canon, RFI, & Genesys
2020+ — Founded iGloo Digital Services to bring Fortune 500 expertise to growth‑stage businesses
Areas of Expertise
A rare blend of CTO‑level technology leadership and hands‑on marketing automation capabilities.
Where this helps you: clearer technology decisions, faster execution, and marketing systems that actually support revenue growth.
Technology Leadership
- CTO/VP‑level technology strategy
- Systems architecture & roadmapping
- Vendor selection and management
- Enterprise digital transformation
- Team building and leadership
Marketing & Sales Systems
- Marketing automation design and build
- Go High Level implementation and ops
- LinkedIn lead generation systems
- CRM selection and configuration
- Conversion‑focused funnel design
AI & Innovation
- AI strategy and governance since 1993
- Machine learning and predictive analytics
- Neural network‑based solutions
- Enterprise AI implementation
- Innovation roadmaps and pilots
Business Strategy
- Executive leadership and governance
- Strategic and financial planning
- Change management and adoption
- International operations and scaling
- M&A technology due diligence and integration
Recent Industry Recognition
Shortlisted for six major honors in 2024–2025.
Most Innovative CEO
Most Impactful AI Strategist
Technology Visionary Award
Digital Transformation Leader
Marketing Excellence Award
Executive Leadership Honor
My Approach
Most businesses don't need more technology. They need strategic guidance on which technology to implement, when, and how. After 50+ years leading technology at companies like Sony, Canon, and Thermo Electron, I've learned that success comes from aligning technology decisions with business objectives — not chasing the latest shiny object.
That's why iGloo Digital Services exists: to provide fractional CTO‑level leadership and hands‑on marketing automation expertise to growing businesses who need both strategic thinking and tactical execution. You get the experience of a Fortune 500 technology executive applied to your specific challenges, without the full‑time executive salary.
Core Principles
- Business‑first — Technology serves clear commercial goals.
- Hands‑on — We implement, not just recommend.
- Results‑driven — Measured outcomes and continuous optimization.
If you want calm, experienced leadership guiding your technology and marketing decisions, let's talk.
Book a Call with Deryck
Schedule a Discovery Session on Zoom or Just Pick Up the Phone and Let's Talk!
iGloo Digital Services
Fractional CTO + Marketing Automation for growing businesses.
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