Josh Whitlock
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Technical AI Product Manager with expertise in AI agent workflows, product development, and logistics automation. Experienced in designing and scaling AI-powered systems, optimizing supply chain coordination, and integrating decision-making frameworks (Regret Minimization, Opportunity Cost Awareness, Second-Order Thinking). Passionate about bridging technical feasibility with business impact, driving innovation in AI product development, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Developer & Data Architect
Maniac Enterprises
12.2022 - Current
- Developed and maintained a scalable backend architecture using Xano, supporting growth to 30,000+ active users
- Designed and built the company’s data architecture, ensuring seamless data integration across platforms
- Spearheaded API design and architecture, creating RESTful endpoints to support scalability
- Defined and executed product roadmaps, aligning business objectives with technical solutions
- Built multi-agent systems leveraging Agency Swarm, improving compliance curriculum delivery by 90%
Freelancer | AI & Automation Consultant
Joshuawhitlock.com
04.2021 - Current
- Developed AI-powered automation solutions for startups and SMBs
- Built a document management Chrome extension for AI-driven content generation
- Led a team of 4 developers, delivering 25+ custom software solutions
- Created custom analytics dashboards (Metabase, Looker Studio) for actionable business insights
- Specialized in rapid prototyping using Xano, Airtable, Bubble, and WeWeb
Founder & CEO
Trackter, LLC
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Founded and led a venture-backed startup, building a truckload freight marketplace for fresh produce shippers
- Raised $1M+ in venture capital and participated in the Techstars accelerator program
- Led a team of 7, overseeing product development, operations, and growth strategy
- Built real-time freight tracking, automated carrier matching, and dynamic pricing models
- Negotiated freight rates with leading 3PLs, reducing shipping costs by 15%
Consultant
Taste of Earth Acquisition LLC
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided consulting on fundraising, product deliveries, and production scheduling
- Assisted in financial modeling for new sales channels and strategic partnerships
- Supported due diligence for investment rounds, securing $250K in venture funding
- Streamlined production schedules, improving delivery efficiency
Education
Skills
- Industry Knowledge: Technical Project Management, Operations Management, Budget Management, Strategic Planning
- AI Frameworks: Agency Swarm, Pydantic AI, Streamlit, Gradio, Vapi
- Development & Scripting: Python, Cursor, Pandas, NiceGUI, Plotly, Javascript
- System Design: Database Design, Platform Architecture, API Design
- Prototyping & Automation: Rapid Prototyping, AI-driven Workflow Automation
- Interpersonal Skills: Negotiation, Team Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Mentorship
Websites
Field Of Interest
- International Travel
- Sommelier
- Storytelling
Timeline
Lead Developer & Data Architect
Maniac Enterprises
12.2022 - Current
Freelancer | AI & Automation Consultant
Joshuawhitlock.com
04.2021 - Current
Founder & CEO
Trackter, LLC
01.2017 - 06.2020
Consultant
Taste of Earth Acquisition LLC
12.2016 - 05.2017
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