Brian Adams • Seven Hills Technology
In this conversation, Jim Haviland interviews Brian Adams, founder of Seven Hills Technology, as part of the Next25 recognition series. They discuss Brian's journey into technology, the vision behind his company, and the evolving landscape of software development. Brian emphasizes the importance of understanding both technical and business aspects in software engineering, the need for accountability, and the significance of building a community-focused business. They also touch on long-term thinking in entrepreneurship, the challenges of navigating future changes, and the value of mentorship.
Takeaways
Brian Adams transitioned from a passion for cars to technology.
The vision for Seven Hills Technology centers on understanding both technical and business needs.
Software development is evolving with AI, shifting the focus from coding to understanding user needs.
Accountability in software development is crucial for success.
Building a community-focused business can have a significant local impact.
Long-term thinking is essential for sustainable business growth.
Navigating future challenges in software development requires adaptability and innovation.
Doing the right thing in business often outweighs short-term financial gains.
Effective leadership involves finding the right balance between openness and professionalism.
Mentorship plays a vital role in personal and professional growth.
Mentions and Links
https://www.ohiotechnews.com/meet-next25-2025/
https://www.sevenhillstechnology.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/badams2527/
https://weeklyimpact.transistor.fm/become-a-guest-on-weekly-impact
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brad-gardner-sh/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevehennegan513/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillian-ross-183404171/
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Brian Adams and Seven Hills Technology
03:22 The Evolution of Software Development
06:26 Navigating AI and Software Engineering
09:16 Community Impact and Local Development
11:41 Future Challenges and Strategic Vision
14:17 Leadership Lessons and Personal Growth
18:56 Mentorship and Acknowledgments
Creators and Guests
Host
Jim Haviland
Jim Haviland has dedicated decades to pursuing the keys to healthy entrepreneurship. Having owned or led over a dozen entrepreneurial companies himself, (including both successes and a few expensive lessons learned) he is passionate about the power of helping people build a business and in making it easier to avoid the mistakes that end them. Jim gathers his insights and stories from a career that spans an unusual breadth of experiences. As an electrical engineer, he worked on NASA satellites, digital media distribution, and professional audio recording equipment resulting in patents, peer-reviewed research, and medical school curriculum technologies. As a media producer, his work has resulted in Grammys, Oscars, and Emmys. As a technology executive, he has traveled the world working with the world’s best-known brands, presenting to audiences in over 100 cities on innovation and using technology to help organizations do “more and more with less and less forever.” As a business coach, he has helped hundreds of companies and entrepreneurial executives utilize tools and disciplines to build more productive, humane, and resilient organizations. Mr. Haviland is a partner with Impact Architects, a growth advisory firm, where he helps leadership teams develop their business, establish an intentional culture and operating system, and make repeatable progress toward their loftiest goals. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimhaviland/
