William Crowell
Senior Enterprise Architect
Bill is a seasoned technology leader with nearly 30 years of experience across diverse software roles. As an outspoken free software evangelist, he has dedicated his career to advancing the adoption of open source solutions while delivering enterprise-grade results and contributing to customer education.
Over the years, Bill has built a strong track record in:
- Database Management & Optimization – guiding organizations in designing, implementing, and scaling resilient data systems.
- Integration & Middleware Solutions – enabling seamless connectivity between heterogeneous platforms and applications.
- Enterprise Architecture – providing strategic oversight, designing scalable systems, and aligning technology with business goals.
- Technical Leadership & Mentorship – cultivating engineering excellence, coaching teams, and fostering innovation through collaboration.
Bill is known for combining deep technical expertise with a passion for knowledge sharing. He frequently engages in customer education initiatives, advocating for open source adoption, contributing to the open source community, and equipping both enterprises and individuals with the tools to succeed in a modern software ecosystem. He has been invited to speak at open source conferences including All Things Open, where he recently gave a presentation on Tomcat 11.
In his current role as Senior Enterprise Architect at Perforce OpenLogic, Bill helps enterprises navigate complex technology challenges by architecting solutions rooted in open-source best practices, technical strategy, and sustainable innovation.