Andy Hawkes

Andy Hawkes is an accomplished software engineer and entrepreneur with extensive experience in software development and consulting. As the Founder of Loadster since 2014, Andy has developed a cloud-hybrid solution for load and stress testing web applications, enhancing scalability and performance. Previous roles include Staff Engineer at Infusionsoft, where Andy contributed to marketing automation software, and Owner and Principal Consultant at Brickyard, providing full-stack development and performance tuning for diverse clients. Andy also held positions as Chief Product Officer at Tallyzip, Software Consultant at Cisco Systems, and Application Software Consultant at Wells Fargo, among others. With a BA in English and Linguistics from Arizona State University, Andy combines technical expertise with strong communication skills.