I’m Chris Pont, a seasoned Azure Solution Architect Expert based in Ipswich, UK, with a strong track record of designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. With deep expertise in cloud architecture, infrastructure modernization, and DevOps practices, I help businesses transform their IT environments to be more agile, resilient, and cost-effective.
Over the years, I’ve worked with organizations of all sizes - from start-ups to enterprises, to architect solutions that align with business goals and industry best practices. My approach is both strategic and hands-on: I not only define cloud roadmaps but also ensure smooth implementation through automation, governance, and performance optimization.
I'm also the co-founder and Chairperson of IJYI, a software development and DevOps consultancy based in Ipswich. I co-founded IJYI in 2014, aiming to combine a passion for software delivery with my expertise in technology, process, and culture.
IJYI has grown into a significant regional tech company, employing project managers, solution architects, developers, quality engineers, and support analysts, and serving clients across the UK.
I sit on the board of three technology companies (including IJYI) providing technical governance, risk assessment and mitigation, and general technical experience and expertise.
I've spoken in Parliament to the Education Select Committee about Post-16 education and apprenticeships as well as speaking at various tech community events across the East of England.
I'm Vice-Chairman of Ipswich Roundtable (254) and I've been involved with initiatives that have helped raise over £120,000 for local good causes over the past 5 years.
