I’m a software architect, Marine veteran, and lifelong learner based in Columbus, Ohio. I spend my days helping organizations solve complex technical challenges, teaching the next generation of developers, and exploring how AI is changing the way we build software.

When I’m not working, you’ll find me reading, tinkering with new technologies, or spending time with family. I’ve been at this since 1992, and I still find new problems to solve and new things to learn.

Professional Experience

I’ve worked in technology since 1992, moving from software development through architecture, technical management, and entrepreneurship.

Current Role

Since 2019, I’ve been a Principal Architect at Centric Consulting (joined in 2010). I focus on:

  • Agentic AI systems and LLM-based solution architecture
  • Event-driven architecture (EDA, CQRS, Event Sourcing)
  • Enterprise AI adoption and AI-first development enablement
  • Technical strategy and architecture leadership across financial services, aviation, and insurance

Previous Experience

Centric Consulting (2010-2019)

  • Senior Architect delivering enterprise software architecture across insurance, financial services, and healthcare
  • Legacy modernization, cloud migration, and cross-functional team leadership

Heuristic Solutions (2008-2010)

  • Solutions Architect and development team lead
  • Built LearningBuilder credentialing platform from inception through first release

Allen, Williams & Hughes (2007-2008)

  • Director of Consulting Services
  • IT consulting and professional services

Symeron Software (1998-2007)

  • Co-founder and CTO
  • Built AutoClick, a SaaS CRM/SFA platform for automotive retail — scaled to 2,000+ dealerships nationwide
  • Received US patent for the platform’s customer management system architecture

Military Service

I served in the United States Marine Corps as an infantry rifleman. Earned the title of Marine at Parris Island on March 30, 1990, and served in Operation Desert Shield/Storm.

Teaching & Speaking

  • Speaker at CodeMash, StirTrek, Global Azure, and Central Ohio user groups on topics including agentic AI, event-driven architecture, and enterprise development
  • Adjunct faculty at Columbus State Community College (2015–2016) — redesigned CS curriculum and taught C#
  • Technical blog at shawnewallace.com covering AI integration, agentic development, and event-driven architecture

For speaking engagements and publications, see my resume.

Connect

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