Shayne Higdon

Shayne Higdon has built a 27-year career in the enterprise software industry, proving himself as a driving force behind business growth and transformation. With leadership across organizations ranging in revenue from $5 million to $400 million, he has overseen over 40 mergers and acquisitions and corporate venture deals. Throughout his journey, Shayne has consistently delivered organic growth exceeding 25% and focused on aligning business strategies with tangible results.

Shayne's deep expertise spans SaaS, cloud computing, infrastructure, application performance monitoring, and mid-market desktop solutions. He also brings valuable insight into business transformation, private equity, and venture capital. He has been instrumental in high-impact acquisitions such as Quest Software and BMC Software and made early investments in notable companies like JAMF Software, where his guidance left a lasting impact.

As a Senior Operating Executive and Strategic Advisor, Higdon has mastered the intersection of product strategy, go-to-market execution, and mergers and acquisitions. He is recognized for identifying untapped markets, leveraging growth through innovation and acquisition, and leading teams with a customer-first mindset. His consistent success in expanding business margins and building high-performance cultures defines his professional legacy.

During his time with HighRadius, Shayne Higdon took on the role of Senior Advisor and Interim General Manager for the mid-market business. His work focused on implementing A/R automation technologies to streamline digital transformation for clients, improving their operational efficiency and financial forecasting. He also advised the company's leadership as they developed a dedicated mid-market unit to support growth.

In his leadership roles at BMC Software, Shayne held several key positions, including Senior Vice President of Enterprise Strategy and Operations and President of the Performance and Analytics unit. He played a central role in shaping the company’s multi-cloud vision and spearheading major innovations through organic development and strategic acquisitions, ultimately contributing to a major acquisition deal that brought in a multi-billion-dollar return.

Previously, Higdon was an executive at Quest Software, where he directed the Virtualization and Application Performance Management division and led corporate development. Under his leadership, company revenue grew from $550 million to $857 million, with a notable expansion in operating margins and overall market value. His tenure culminated in a successful acquisition by Dell, marking a pivotal milestone in his career.

Higdon's time at DataSynapse, a company later acquired by TIBCO Software, showcased his strategic marketing expertise. As Vice President of Marketing, he led initiatives encompassing pricing, packaging, competitive intelligence, and service marketing. His influence helped guide the company's positioning in a highly competitive market.

Shayne Higdon's commitment to innovation extended into his mentorship work with TechStars, where he contributed to the growth of emerging startups. His mentorship style focused on actionable strategy and scaling frameworks, helping early-stage companies prepare for long-term success in dynamic markets.

As a board member and investor, Higdon has contributed to developing companies such as JAMF Software, CodeNotary, and Symplified. He helped guide these ventures through critical phases, with each eventually achieving successful acquisitions. His ability to align technology with business value has made him a trusted figure in investor circles and boardrooms.