Two humans. Three dogs. One mission.
QSO Director might have big ambitions, but behind the scenes we're a small, independent team with a passion for building great software.
There's James, who designs and develops QSO Director, Michelle, who keeps our social media running, and three four-legged colleagues who contribute enthusiasm, occasional chaos and absolutely no code.
We thought it was time you met everyone.
The Humans
James - M0YOM
Founder & Lead Developer
James is the person behind QSO Director, responsible for its design, development and long-term direction.
With over 30 years of professional software engineering experience and a lifelong interest in technology, James brings enterprise-level engineering experience to amateur radio.
A keen radio amateur himself, his interests include DXing, contesting, station automation and experimenting with just about anything that involves a radio.
When he's not operating, he's usually designing, developing or finding another feature to add to QSO Director.
Michelle
Social Media & Communications
Michelle is the person helping QSO Director reach the wider amateur radio community.
She looks after our social media presence, helping share the latest developments, new features and everything happening behind the scenes.
While James concentrates on building the software, Michelle helps make sure the world knows what he's been up to.
The Four-Legged Management Team
Every successful software company needs a strong management team. Ours happens to have twelve legs between them.
Their technical contributions are limited, but their enthusiasm is unquestionable.
Goldie
Head of Security
Goldie takes responsibility for keeping the QSO Director headquarters safe and secure.
Specialising in perimeter monitoring, suspicious noises and the early detection of delivery drivers, Goldie approaches every potential security incident with unwavering enthusiasm.
Particularly vigilant around the front door, although the distinction between a genuine threat and someone delivering a parcel remains a work in progress.
Charlie
Chief Morale Officer
Charlie is responsible for maintaining team happiness, reducing stress and ensuring nobody spends too long staring at a computer screen.
A firm believer in regular breaks, fresh air and the therapeutic benefits of a good game of fetch, Charlie ensures that employee wellbeing is always a priority.
Productivity may occasionally suffer, but staff morale has never been higher.
Henry
Chief Treats Officer
Henry oversees all matters relating to snacks, treats and food-related quality assurance.
His responsibilities include monitoring kitchen activity, inspecting anything remotely edible and ensuring that no biscuit goes unaccounted for.
Henry operates a strict zero-waste policy, particularly where food is concerned, and considers himself entitled to a percentage of everything consumed on the premises.
His department consistently exceeds its consumption targets.
Small Team. Big Ambitions.
We're proud to be a small, independent, family business.
QSO Director isn't developed by a faceless organisation. It's built by people who care about the product, the amateur radio community and creating software that's genuinely enjoyable to use.
And although our management team can be a little demanding, we wouldn't have it any other way.
73 from all of us at QSO Director!