Learn, Build, Grow - Repeat.
BitMethod is a philosophy for us.
Collectively, we’re a happy little technology company doing the Silicon Valley thing in “Flyover Country” — Des Moines, IA, to be specific. We love user experience, mobile, Mario Kart, and ping pong. Individually, we’re passionate practitioners of our respective disciplines, seeking opportunities to further our knowledge by both learning and teaching. Learn more about what we believe in our Field Guide to Modern Business.
Dan Shipton CEO
Dan co-founded BitMethod in 2009. The company was born and grew through his stewardship of Impromptu Studio, Des Moines' first coworking community. Dan entered the startup world right out of college and hasn't looked back. He's currently one thesis short of an MS in Human Computer Interaction and has worked in application development and virtual reality for the last 10+ years. dan@bitmethod.com
Favorite topics: emerging technology trends, innovation, startup management
Current talks:
- Building a Startup Culture
Igor Dobrosavljevic COO
Igor hit the ground running in the world of business, winning the Pappajohn Entrepreneurial business plan competition fresh out of college, and shortly after founding his own successful IT managed services company. He speaks business, tech, project management, and three other actual languages. Igor has a knack for hardware, networking, and keeping software guys on their toes. igor@bitmethod.com
Favorite Topics: operations, small business technology, positivity
Neil Roberts Senior Software Engineer
Neil is a Dojo master (unrelated to Kung-Fu) and an accomplished programmer, educator, and author. He's recently developed projects for iOS, Android, and the web. Neil freqeuntly runs JavaScript and iOS training programs for enterprise-level development teams, and has taught at Sun's JavaOne Conference. neil@bitmethod.com
Favorite topics: Ajax, iOS, practical programming
Current talks:
- Straight Talk About Mobile (w/ team)
- Hidden in Plain View: A Discussion on Mobile Usability (w/ Amanda)
Amanda Morrow INTERACTIVE DESIGNER
Amanda is a fully-equipped design machine with a background in marketing. Her weapons of choice are a MacBook Pro, felt-tip markers and tons of fonts. She enjoys whipping brands into shape to make them bigger, badder and better. amanda@bitmethod.com
Favorite topics: user interface design, designing for startups, design strategy and software
Current talks:
- Straight Talk About Mobile (w/ team)
- Approaching a Mobile App Redesign
- Hidden in Plain View: A Discussion on Mobile Usability (w/ Neil)