Hello, I'm

Barlow Tucker

Tech Leader. Startup Builder. AI Strategist.

I build high-performing engineering teams and ship products that matter. With over 19 years at the intersection of leadership and technology, I help organizations turn ambitious ideas into scalable, real-world solutions.

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Building Teams That Build Great Things

I believe the best technology comes from empowered teams with clear purpose. My career has been defined by one consistent thread: bringing people together around hard problems and creating the conditions for breakthrough work.

From scaling engineering organizations at venture-backed startups to leading AI initiatives at enterprise scale, I've learned that technical excellence and human-centered leadership aren't just compatible — they're inseparable. The most impactful products I've shipped started with trust, psychological safety, and a relentless focus on the user.

Today, I'm particularly energized by the intersection of AI and product development. I help teams move beyond the hype to build AI-powered products that deliver real, measurable value — with responsible practices baked in from day one.

19+ Years in Tech Leadership
4 Startups Built & Scaled
100+ Engineers Mentored

A Track Record of Shipping & Scaling

2026 — Present AI / ML

Co-founder / Investor / Consultant

D4rk Rebel Game / Gatherly Lane / Self

Currently in my build it era. Building video games, market places or helping others build out their ideas. I am leveraging the power of AI and ADHD to multiply my impact.

  • D4rk Rebel Games mixes my engineering background with a favorite past time
  • Gatherly Lane is a market place that empowers small business and connects customers to brands they'll love
  • Consulting with businesses to help them build better solutions
2023 — 2026 Medical Software

VP of Engineering and Partnerships

AdvancedMD

Owned the partnerships and integrations department. Led all engineering, product and support for AdvancedMD's interoperability and partner integrations.

  • Built and led product and engineering teams responsible for the company's API and FHIR integrations
  • Led partnership discussions with third-party companies as part of AdvancedMD's build, partner, buy strategy
  • Worked closely with the executive team to build a deliver on our partnership strategy
2019 — 2022 B2C Solutions

Senior Director of Engineering

Route

Managed multiple teams across the consumer product and engineering department. Built AI and ML strategies to automate processes and recommend products to customers.

  • Managed multiple teams (50+ engineers/QA) delivering the consumer experience solutions and services
  • Worked closely with the executive team to build and execute on the consumer experience strategy
  • Helped the company grow from a start-up to a $1B company in a 3 year span
2007 — 2019 Engineering Leadership

Co-founder, Staff Engineer, Director of Engineering and More

Avante Web Design / Stage 3 / Jane.com / AdvancedMD

Multiple start-ups, filling roles from Senior Engineer to Director of Engineering, to Co-founder.

  • Almost 6 years of senior engineering experience in the medical software space
  • Started 3 companies ranging from web development and consulting to building solutions for enterprise customers
  • Led engineering, QA and product teams across multiple companies

How Can I Help You?

Consulting

Need help with engineering strategy, AI adoption, team scaling, or technical due diligence? Let's explore how I can help.

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