Garrett Kerkkamp

Garrett Kerkkamp has an extensive work experience spanning from 2006 to the present. Garrett is currently working as a Software Developer at Rewind since November 2021. Prior to this, they worked as a Senior Backend Ruby on Rails Software Developer at Coinberry from February 2021 to November 2021.

Garrett's previous role before Coinberry was at Quantum Lifecycle Partners LP, where they served as a Software Developer from August 2020 to February 2021. Garrett then took on the role of Director of IT and Development from July 2018 to August 2020, where they were responsible for managing IT systems, developing inventory tracking software, and merging ERP software systems.

From 2013 to 2018, Garrett worked at Luuma as a Software Developer and CTO. Garrett primarily worked from home and collaborated with a team of other contractors to build a SaaS style ERP tool targeted at interior designers.

Before Luuma, Garrett worked at Shift Recycling Inc. as a Software Developer from September 2013 to July 2018. Garrett worked on-site, reporting directly to the CEO and later to the CFO and Finance Manager. Garrett designed and built a database and frontend system to automate operations and accelerate logistical functions.

Garrett's early career includes roles at IBM Canada Ltd. as a Software Developer from May 2011 to August 2012, where they worked with a team to maintain and remodel scripts for databases. Garrett also worked at CIBC as a Program Support Analyst in the Project Management Office from May 2010 to September 2010, where they redesigned and managed a SharePoint site.

Outside of the software development field, Garrett also worked as an Umpire for the York Simcoe Baseball Association from May 2005 to August 2010. Garrett attained a level 3 umpire certification and handled conflicts with coaches and players professionally.

Garrett's first job was as a Hobart (Dishwasher) at Milestones (Cara Operations) in 2009. Garrett efficiently cleaned and organized dishes, trained new employees, and managed meal preparation. Garrett also had a seasonal part-time position at Costco Wholesale as a Majors (Floor Sales Electronics) representative in the electronics department from November 2006 to January 2007. Garrett assisted customers with their inquiries and configured devices for demonstration.

Overall, Garrett Kerkkamp's work experience showcases their expertise as a software developer, their ability to manage IT systems and projects, and their professionalism in various roles within the technology and retail industries.

Garrett Kerkkamp attended Queen's University from 2009 to 2013. During their time there, they pursued a degree in SODE-P-BCH with Prof. Internship, specializing in Computer Science with a focus on Software Design.