About Ben Zatrok
Over the past decade, I've helped companies transform their technology from a growth barrier into a competitive advantage.
I specialize in working with profitable businesses (€3M+ revenue) that have outgrown their initial technology choices and need strategic guidance to scale effectively.
My approach combines deep technical expertise with business strategy - understanding not just what needs to be built, but why it matters for your growth trajectory.
My Philosophy
Technology should enable business growth, not constrain it. Too many companies find themselves trapped by their early technology choices - what worked at €1M revenue becomes a liability at €5M, and a crisis at €10M.
As a Fractional CTO, I provide strategic technology leadership on a flexible, part-time basis (1-2 days/week), helping growing companies navigate complex technology transformations without the overhead of a full-time executive.
What Makes Me Different
**Business-First Approach**: Every technical decision supports your business objectives
**Proven Scale Experience**: Successfully scaled teams from 3 to 10+ engineers
**Hands-On Leadership**: Not just strategy - I roll up my sleeves and get involved
**European Advantage**: Netherlands-based, serving companies globally with favorable time zones
My Track Record
Real results from 10+ years of scaling technology teams and transforming business operations
Scart Kft. - ECommerce Integration Lead
Led digital transformation from legacy ecommerce to modern SaaS platform
Intershop Communications - Tech Lead
Multi-tenant search architecture serving millions of queries
FirstFocus B.V. - Chief Technology Officer
Platform modernization and team scaling from 3 to 10+ engineers
