Job Description Development Professionals to Know 2025

Daryl is Head of Business Development & Innovation at Intellek - a learning technology company focused on the legal sector. He manages sales, marketing, account management, support, and client success while generating revenue through new business, existing clients, and partnership programs. Daryl has worked across several software companies, rising quickly from Business Development Executive to his current leadership role. Since joining as the company's first sales hire, he has grown new business revenue by 18% year on year and expanded the team by 500% during challenging economic and geopolitical times. During his time at Intellek, Daryl has led international events and built a diverse client base spanning four countries. His work focuses on helping firms gain a competitive advantage through better staff training and development programs. Daryl has helped clients across the UK, USA, Canada, and South Africa transform their training through learning technology. He takes a partnership approach with trainers, helping them show leadership the real value of staff development and overcome the challenges that come with changing technology demands. Beyond his professional role, Daryl volunteers as a mentor at Bournemouth University, supporting graduates to plan their next steps. He was recognized in the university's 30 under 30 list in 2023. When not working, he enjoys golf, supports FORCE cancer charity through local running events, and follows football (soccer) and rugby. Daryl combines his passion for personal development with practical business experience, making him well-placed to comment on training challenges, business growth strategies, and how companies can build stronger teams through learning technology.

Saddam Hosen is a full-stack web developer, product builder, and founder of Free Document Maker — a free, AI-powered web platform that helps users generate professional documents, convert files, and manage PDFs with ease. With over 25 browser-based tools including invoice creators, image converters, resume builders, and PDF editors, Free Document Maker is used globally by freelancers, students, and businesses looking for fast, mobile-optimized productivity tools without the need to install software or pay for subscriptions. With a strong foundation in Laravel, Tailwind CSS, Vite, and Alpine.js, Saddam builds scalable, high-performance web applications optimized for SEO, accessibility, and user experience. His development philosophy combines clean architecture, speed-first frontends, and intuitive UX. From structured data implementation to core web vitals optimization, Saddam ensures every site and tool performs seamlessly across devices. Beyond development, he actively publishes technical blogs on Medium, Blogspot, and his own platform to help others learn about free AI tools, smart document workflows, and emerging tech. His platform has been featured on ProductHunt, AlternativeTo, SaaSHub, and across multiple developer communities for its usability and performance. Currently based in Bangladesh, Saddam is focused on building globally useful tools with minimal dependencies and maximum reach. Whether it’s simplifying a business contract or converting a JPG to WebP instantly, his mission is to make intelligent document processing available to everyone — free, secure, and accessible.

Juan Luis Garrido is a DEI Project Consultant at Center Desk Consulting whose work bridges strategy, facilitation, and communication to help organizations design more equitable, human-centered experiences. In his current role, he supports nonprofit and corporate clients in deepening their diversity, equity, and inclusion commiments through participatory methods, co-created initiatives, and systems-level thinking. With a background that spans nonprofit leadership and social impact consulting, he is known for his ability to build trust across sectors and center lived experience in meaningful, actionable ways. Juan Luis holds a Master of Design in Strategic Foresight and Innovation from OCAD University, where his graduate research explored the role of joy as a critical resource for practitioners in social change work. His work reflects a deep belief that joy, care, and imagination are not distractions from equity work, but vital components of its sustainability and impact.

Susan Andrews is a senior HR consultant with over 30 years of experience, specializing in HR functions, employee relations, and workforce strategy. At KIS Finance, she also helps clients navigate complex financial needs. With a deep understanding of risk management, compliance, and employment law, she has worked at board level, ensuring HR strategies align with business objectives. As a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (FCIPD), Susan’s expertise includes designing reward and development strategies, implementing GDPR compliance, and managing complex employee relations issues. Outside of work, Susan enjoys horse riding, pilates, and reading.

CEO at launchOptions. With 10+ years of practical experience in leading and delivering software projects, I help companies scale through automation, IT outsourcing, and digital transformation. I work with clients across Europe and the Middle East, building long-term partnerships through dedicated development teams and process-oriented delivery. My approach is hands-on, business-driven, and grounded in understanding what actually creates value, both for companies and their customers.

Experienced Executive Assistant supporting leadership at Edison Risk, a life and annuity-focused IMO, and The Policy Shop, a health insurance brokerage. Skilled in managing executive calendars, communications, licensing, and agent support across fast-paced, client-focused environments. Known for staying organized, ensuring smooth operations, and handling sensitive information with professionalism and care.

As the Operations Assistant at Argon Agency, I’m the glue that keeps everything running smoothly (and yes, I do enjoy a good spreadsheet). With a knack for organization and a mind for logistics, I juggle delivery and pick-up schedules, manage data, and ensure the team has everything they need to stay on track. Whether it’s coordinating meetings or streamlining processes, I’m always looking for ways to improve efficiency—because who doesn’t love a little more time in the day? Known for my attention to detail and problem-solving skills, I’m dedicated to making sure the wheels of the agency keep turning without a hitch.

With 40 years of industry experience and a Business Management degree from Napier University Edinburgh, I've gained valuable insights across multiple sectors. As the Director at In House First Aid Training, I bring real-world expertise in HR, business development, and sales. I've built teams from the ground up, turned struggling departments around, and developed marketing strategies that actually work. My approach combines old school relationship building with modern business practices. Because in this industry, results speak louder than words.

I’m George, a Creative Director at InboxArmy with a passion for creating modular email design systems. I specialize in building scalable, accessible systems that ensure every email is functional, user-friendly, and visually compelling. Helping teams work smarter while keeping the user at the center of everything is what drives me. I thrive on collaborating with designers, developers, and clients to bridge the gap between creative vision and technical execution, making sure every detail aligns perfectly. I’m passionate about what I do because I believe great design makes the world a better place.

David Chen is the Chief Technology Officer of DataNumen, a global leader in data recovery software. With extensive expertise in software engineering and data recovery technologies, David leads the company's technical vision and innovation strategy. He oversees DataNumen's research and development initiatives, driving the creation of cutting-edge solutions that address complex data loss scenarios across various platforms. Under David's technical leadership, DataNumen has developed proprietary algorithms and methodologies that achieve industry-leading recovery rates for corrupted files across numerous formats. He directs the company's engineering teams across global offices in the UK, US, Hong Kong, Germany, and Australia, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation that serves clients in more than 240 countries. David works closely with Fortune Global 500 companies—including Toyota, FedEx, HP, Procter & Gamble, and Dell—to understand their evolving data protection challenges and develop tailored technical solutions. His contributions to DataNumen's SDK have been instrumental in enabling seamless integration of the company's recovery technologies into enterprise systems worldwide. Through his technical expertise and forward-thinking approach, David continues to strengthen DataNumen's position as an industry pioneer in data protection and recovery technology.

Desiree Russo is a Partner and Senior Vice President of Portfolio Operations at MasonMade Ventures, where she drives operational excellence across the firm's portfolio of critical infrastructure companies. With nearly two decades of experience in construction and facilities management, Desiree brings extensive expertise in scaling processes, managing operations, and delivering best-in-class service to clients nationwide. Before co-founding MasonMade, Desiree served as Partner and Vice President of Operations at CS Hudson, where she was instrumental in streamlining workflows, exceeding client expectations, and developing internal talent. Earlier in her career, she advanced steadily through leadership roles at a facility management company—starting as a Client Team Manager and ultimately becoming Director of Client Services. She began her professional journey at Empire Facilities Management Group, rising from Coordinator to Supervisor to National Account Manager. Desiree attributes her career growth to a strong work ethic, a focus on operational efficiency, and a people-first leadership philosophy. As a female leader in a historically male-dominated industry, Desiree is known for breaking norms and modeling an inclusive, collaborative. Her leadership is characterized by humility, active listening, and a commitment to continuous improvement—for individuals, teams, and the businesses she helps to scale. She is a two-time recipient of the Circle of Excellence Award, recognizing her consistent impact in building high-performing teams and lasting client relationships.