About Me: My Journey in Tech, Interests, and Goals

I’m Danny Penrose – a hands-on CTO, AI-focused systems architect, and full-stack engineer with 20+ years in software, CRM, and SaaS.

I lead tech at:

Converta – a global lead generation agency
KulaHub – a CRM and email marketing SaaS

I drive:

  • Scalable architecture
  • AI-native transformations
  • Full-stack delivery with Python, Rust, .NET, React, SQL, and Azure
  • I’m embedding autonomous agents, RAG pipelines, and intelligent workflows across both companies to replace legacy systems with outcome-driven automation.

My focus:

  • Aligning tech with business goals
  • Leading and mentoring cross-functional teams
  • Shipping production-ready software
  • Building for sustainability and scale

Recent Projects:

  • ReleafWeb: a green tech startup offering high-performance, sustainable web hosting and design
  • Readrix: Organise your books, collaborate with friends, family and colleagues, and manage your reading journey with ease.
  • Enterprise CRM rebuilt from the ground up
  • FinTech platforms for global brands
  • Real-time stock apps and field service tools
  • Various Enterprise web apps

Background:

  • Chartered Manager (CMgr MCMI)
  • BSc in Business Management & Leadership (Leeds)
  • MSc in Computer Science with AI (York, 75% complete, finishing 2026)
  • Certified in Machine Learning, Advanced React, Lean Six Sigma, and UX/UI Design

Interests:

  • Building AI-driven tools and SaaS from scratch
  • Mentoring tech professionals and founders
  • Gaming (tabletop and PC)
  • Reading non-fiction on warfare, tech, and self-development
  • Hiking & Running
  • Fishing, travel, and short city breaks
  • Art

I’m always open to:

  • Collaborating on early-stage tech
  • Solving hard problems with clear thinking
  • Connecting with founders, engineers, and operators building meaningful tools
Let's demystify the tech world together!
Danny Penrose ©️ 2024