This is where I think out loud

Essays, podcasts, and keynotes on FinOps, cloud governance, and enterprise technology leadership.

Substance over frequency.

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I’m a frequent speaker at conferences, executive briefings, and industry events on all things FinOps

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7 Pitfalls when starting with FinOps

UserCon: Honey, VMware increase my bill

CloudBrew 2025 - Azure Tags are dead, meet their weird cousin Service Groups

FinOps User Group: Framework Evolution

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Spark your thinking.

A person wearing a green jacket sparks a small firework or sparkler, with sparks and smoke emitting from the ignition.

That's what I try to do here capture the patterns I see, sharpen my own thinking, and share what I learn with anyone trying to make sense of cloud cost.

No schedule. No filler.

Just words when something needs to be said.

If you walk away with a new question, a different angle, or simply the feeling that you're not alone that's the spark.

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FunOps - Organising a FinOps hackathon

In this opening part of the series, I share my experience launching a FinOps hackathon to tackle pressing challenges within our organization. From enhancing visibility to securing savings and executive support, this post details the strategic preparations and the collaborative spirit ignited among colleagues. The hackathon not only aimed to address operational hurdles but also to foster a culture of innovation and teamwork, setting the stage for transformative impacts on our financial operations.