Tim Ford

Tim is a Microsoft Data Professional with over 20 years of experience. His career in data started accidentally and he contributes much of his success to the near 20 years spent as a PASS volunteer. He is currently the Subject Matter Expert for the Microsoft data platform at Mindbody, the leader in SAAS tooling for the wellness and beauty industry where he focuses on Cloud migration and High Availability.

Tim is also a business owner, launching SQL Cruise events in 2010 under his Tech Outbound brand. He also has experience as a Consultant, Speaker, Trainer, and even as a Certified Yoga Teacher.

As a technical author of hundreds of articles, Tim has a passion for reaching audiences at the start of their journey in SQLMag.com, ITpro-Today.com, MSSQLTips.com, SQLServerCentral, Simple-Talk.com, and theSQLAgentman.com. He is the co-author of a book on Dynamic Management Objects with Louis Davidson and creator of The Periodic Table of Dynamic Management Objects. Tim presents on technical and professional development topics at many events, including PASS SQLSaturday, PASS Summit, SQL Cruise, and Local Group meetings.

Tim currently resides in Issaquah, Washington.