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Larry Gilreath

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CEO and Owner at Herf Harmony
📍 Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, United States

Larry Gilreath is a Fractional CTO specializing in EdTech strategy, leveraging over two decades of experience, including 11 years at AWS leading global teams of 200+. Colleagues describe him as a visionary leader adept at building high-performing teams. He holds a BSBA from Creighton University and is an AWS Certified Solutions Architect.

An entrepreneur and self-described introvert, Larry founded Herf Harmony, an AI-powered cigar subscription service. This venture combines his interests in technology and community-building, which began during the pandemic. He is also passionate about music, works as a DJ, and has even taken DJ classes with his son.

He transitioned from a high-powered corporate career at tech giants like AWS and Microsoft to launching his own company.

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Current Role
CEO and Owner
Location
Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, United States
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EdTech Strategy
As a fractional CTO, he helps educational technology startups and institutions architect scalable, student-centered solutions to drive growth and learning outcomes.
AI Personalization
He founded Herf Harmony, a service that uses AI and machine learning to provide personalized cigar recommendations based on user preferences.
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Career

Work history

5-2024
CEO and Owner
Herf Harmony
2-2022 - 3-2024
Director, WW SI Partner Leader
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
5-2020 - 2-2022
Head of Solutions Architecture | Global Verticals at Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
6-2019 - 5-2020
Senior Manager, Specialist SA Globals
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
10-2007 - 9-2012
Technology Specialist
Microsoft
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From Corporate Life to Herf Harmony with Larry Gilreath. Featured in Spotify
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Education
1995 - 1999
BSBA
Creighton University
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