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STAN KOBRIN

Hi, I'm Stan.

I'm a technologist who wears many hats 🎩 - leader, architect, programmer, advisor, mentor, product owner, Agile-Scrum champion, agentic automation specialist, entrepreneur and an unabashed geek.

For 25+ years I've built, grown, and transformed high-performing engineering teams that deliver cutting-edge products and long-term business value. My combined lens as strategist and hands-on coder lets me turn complex real-world problems into elegant, tech-enabled solutions - aligning technology, user experience, and business intelligence to achieve measurable growth.

Some say I have a touch of "evil genius" - I prefer "relentless innovator".

I spend most of my days (and nights!) as VP Technology at Makosi - reimagining the way accounting and advisory firms work through innovative, tech-enabled talent solutions.

Oh and I have a blog
Substance by Stan

Substance by Stan

Stories of trauma, love, and growth through a thriving mindset.

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(and even occasionally write posts!)

Stan Kobrin

Core Strengths

Vision & Architecture

Setting technical direction, defining scalable roadmaps, and building innovative, secure systems that ship on time.

Team Leadership

Creating cultures of continuous improvement, collaboration, and psychological safety that keep talent engaged and productive.

Strategy & Advisory

Providing C-level guidance on product direction, technology and development approaches to maximise ROI and mitigate risk.

Emerging Tech & Experimentation

Early adopter of emerging technologies like AI, Agentic Automation and Blockchain - always challenging the status quo and seeking the next leap forward.

UX/UI Design

Crafting beautiful, intuitive interfaces grounded in real user insights, removing friction, and delighting customers end-to-end.

Gamification & Conversion

Engineering data-driven incentive mechanics that boost engagement, accelerate funnel conversion, and fuel sustainable growth.

From Substance by Stan

It ain't easy being me. by Stan Kobrin

Welcome to Substance by Stan.

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Becoming Superman. by Stan Kobrin

You'll believe a man can fly!

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The song is ended, but the melody lingers on. by Stan Kobrin

The never ending journey of grief

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Mentorship Program

I'm passionate about helping upcoming technologists grow in their careers. Through personalized guidance, portfolio reviews, and career advice, I've helped dozens of technologists land their dream jobs.

What you'll get:

  • 1-on-1 video sessions tailored to your needs
  • Portfolio / Resume reviews and improvement suggestions
  • Career guidance and industry insights
  • Assist you in advocating for your ideas and goals
  • Help you define and refine your leadership style
  • Access to my network of industry professionals

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Let's Connect

Have a project in mind or just want to chat about technology? I'm always open to new opportunities and collaborations.