Steve Green
Managing Director, Delivery
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
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With over 25 years at the forefront of digital innovation, Steve brings deep expertise in application architecture, team leadership, and digital transformation. As Managing Director of Delivery for NTT Data, he leverages this experience to champion agile product development and solve the complex challenges of modern digital ecosystems. He is passionate about building high-performing teams and fostering a collaborative environment where innovation thrives. He leads diverse teams encompassing software architecture, data science, business intelligence, interactive engineering, DevOps, creative design, application development, and quality control, ensuring seamless service and delivery. Steve's insights into continuous innovation and his commitment to team empowerment make him a respected leader in the digital space.
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Writing Code for Humans
We have a lofty goal: programming style as documentation. Inspired by Steve McConnel’s “Code Complete”, Uncle Bob’s “Clean Code” and Andrew Hunt’s “The Pragmatic Programmer”, this session reviews best practices for writing code in a style that’s easy to create, maintain and understand. We’ll discuss concrete methods to get you there and give you a vocabulary for pragmatically evaluating code quality.
Various refactoring techniques, code smells, anti-patterns, and rules of thumb will be discussed, including fail fast, return early, separation of concerns, arrow code, magic numbers, the boy scout rule, being “stringly typed,” DRY, the step-down rule, table-driven methods, the importance of staying native, techniques for finding subtle redundancy, reinventing the square wheel, when to create a process, horizontal and vertical density, and simple design patterns. Within this session, we will refactor a confusing and ugly chunk of code into something beautiful, easy to read, and maintain. While examples are in C#, coders in any language should be able to follow along and apply the principles discussed. Though it seems like a lot, these topics will help developers rethink their approach to code.
The Human Side of Coding
Software innovation isn’t just about the latest tools; it’s about the people who use them. Programming requires a unique blend of logical thinking, creative problem-solving, and advanced cognitive skills. This session delves into the psychology behind coding, exploring how programmers think, learn, and innovate. We’ll examine the mental models they create to understand complex systems, their problem-solving strategies, and how creativity fuels groundbreaking solutions. Alongside the technical aspects, we’ll discuss the emotional realities of programming, including common challenges like frustration, burnout, and imposter syndrome, and explore ways to foster supportive development teams.
Ignite Your Team: Autonomy, Mastery, and Purpose
Why do some teams crush it while others fall short? This session explores the science of team performance by examining the essential human needs that fuel motivation and engagement. Drawing inspiration from Drive, Be Bad First, and An Elegant Puzzle, we will investigate the significant forces of autonomy, mastery, and purpose and how they contribute to a team’s success. Discover practical strategies for nurturing these elements within your team. Leave equipped with tools to evaluate your team’s current state, pinpoint growth opportunities, and implement changes that yield meaningful results.
Mastering Complexity
Software systems are getting more complex, but they don’t have to be a headache. This session gives you the tools to manage that complexity with smart software design. We’ll show you how to create loosely coupled systems that are easy to modify, extend, and evolve. You’ll learn how to manage change in decomposed systems and tackle incremental refactoring without the stress. Walk away knowing how to break down complex systems into manageable components that are more scalable, maintainable, and ready for whatever the future throws at them.
From Idea to Impact: A Practical Guide to Innovation
What if today’s "crazy" ideas are tomorrow’s game-changers? Inspired by Safi Bahcall's Loonshots, this session explores the power of disruptive innovation and how unconventional ideas can drive exponential growth. We’ll take a closer look at the hidden forces that influence innovation and show you how to nurture a culture where bold ideas are embraced, not ignored. You’ll leave with practical insights on creating an environment where breakthrough ideas flourish, helping your team build a sustainable pipeline of game-changing innovations.
Choas into Catalyst: Building Teams That Thrive on Change
Don’t just survive change—leverage it. Inspired by Nassim Nicholas Taleb’s concept of antifragility, this session shows you how to build teams that don’t just bounce back, but grow stronger in the face of disruption. Antifragile teams thrive on stress, uncertainty, and challenge—evolving and improving where others might break. We’ll dive straight into practical strategies for developing these high-performing teams, with a focus on leadership and team dynamics that drive real results. Learn how to foster adaptability, innovation, and a growth mindset—no matter what’s thrown your way. With actionable tools for building a culture of learning, rapid iteration, and psychological safety, you’ll leave ready to lead with distributed leadership and embrace diverse perspectives to create a team that thrives, adapts, and leads through uncertainty.
Steve Green
Managing Director, Delivery
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
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