Grant Fern

Grant is the Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer of OPTIZMO Technologies LLC, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s technological and innovation strategies. In partnership with Khris, Grant has embarked on this entrepreneurial venture to drive cutting-edge solutions in the email compliance industry.

At OPTIZMO, Grant oversees the development of a sophisticated system that manages the transfer of billions of records daily, ensuring rigorous compliance in email acquisition processes. His technical acumen is evident in his ability to architect and implement advanced development processes and web applications that enhance both functionality and user experience.

Grant’s extensive career, encompassing over 30 years of development experience, spans the creation of custom backend frameworks, UI/UX enhancements for a variety of SaaS platforms, and comprehensive infrastructural design. This includes server configuration and deployment strategies, which are integral to delivering seamless web application performance from the infrastructure layer to the end-user.

A native Australian, Grant spearheads the development team at OPTIZMO’s Brisbane office. Under his leadership, the team has revolutionized how suppression lists and consumer data are managed by leveraging cutting-edge technologies to automate, streamline, and optimize data workflows. Grant is instrumental in crafting solutions that not only meet but exceed industry standards. His vision and expertise ensure that OPTIZMO’s platform remains at the forefront of technological advancement, delivering unmatched usability and efficiency for managing email and SMS marketing compliance.

Fun Fact: Grant is an excellent chess and ping-pong player. Khris noted that he’s only defeated him once at ping-pong and never at chess, during their 15+ year friendship.