About Joachim ‘JK’ Grafe

Joachim ‘JK’ Grafe is a visionary leader and seasoned IT professional with a career that spans decades of innovation and success. Born and raised in Germany, JK discovered his passion for programming early on. He quickly masters RPG programming and advances to IT management and CIO roles. His talent for leading teams and managing complex projects sets him apart as a trailblazer in the tech industry.

At 29, JK embarked on a bold new chapter, moving to the United States to pursue his dream of becoming an American. Driven by his entrepreneurial spirit, he founded an IT business that rapidly grew to encompass multiple offices across the US and Europe. Under his leadership, the company expanded its offerings from AS400 and RPG programming to cutting-edge cloud services and the modernization of legacy applications with JAVA.

Now, in semi-retirement, JK enjoys the opportunity to reflect on his achievements—while still finding time to work on his tennis game! However, true to his innovative nature, he remains passionate about solving complex challenges and leveraging his expertise to develop creative solutions for businesses in need.

Whether through consulting, collaboration, or leadership, JK continues to make an impact, proving that the best innovations are born from a combination of experience, vision, and dedication.

For inquiries or collaborations, feel free to connect with JK and discover how his expertise can help your business thrive.