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Welcoming Shane McKeighan: ITJ’s New Sales Director Driving Growth in Life Sciences and MedTech

Posted on April 28, 2025 | by TeresaPenafiel | 2 Comments

ITJ is proud to welcome Shane McKeighan as our new Sales Director, bringing over a decade of experience in business development, enterprise software sales, and strategic account leadership. Shane’s appointment marks a significant step in advancing ITJ’s position as a key partner in the life sciences and medical technology sectors.

Throughout his career, Shane has consistently delivered results by forging strong client relationships, driving revenue growth, and leading high-performance teams. His expertise in navigating complex B2B sales environments and aligning commercial strategy with customer needs will be instrumental as ITJ continues to expand its footprint.

In his new role, Shane will lead the charge in scaling our business development efforts—enhancing our engagement with global MedTech and life sciences innovators, identifying growth opportunities, and ensuring our solutions remain tightly aligned with the evolving demands of the industry.

Shane’s leadership reflects ITJ’s strategic focus on delivering high-impact, tailored technology and talent solutions that power innovation at scale. His ability to translate market insight into actionable strategies makes him an invaluable asset as we support our clients through digital transformation, product development, and regulatory advancement.

With Shane at the helm of our sales organization, ITJ is poised for the next phase of accelerated, purposeful growth.

About ITJ

ITJ is committed to catering to fast-growing and high-value markets, especially the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT), collaborating with innovative medical device companies aiming to enhance people’s lives. With a unique BOT model that sources the best digital talent, ITJ helps U.S. companies establish technology centers of excellence in LATAM. For more information, visit www.itj.com.

ITJ Achieves ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Certification, Strengthening Commitment to Information Security and Client Trust

Posted on April 11, 2025 | by TeresaPenafiel | 1 Comment

San Diego, April 10, 2025 – ITJ is proud to announce that it has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for its Information Security Management System (ISMS). This international standard validates ITJ’s comprehensive approach to managing and protecting sensitive information, reinforcing its commitment to clients across fast-growing and high-value sectors—particularly Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Medical Devices, and Pharma.

The certification covers services for providing specialized talent and the creation of Software Centers of Excellence, supported by the organization’s internal and Engineering department processes. The assessment was conducted based on the controls defined in ITJ’s Statement of Applicability, Version V2, dated February 5, 2025.

“Security has always been foundational to our work,” said Maritza Diaz, CEO of ITJ. “This certification is a reflection of the discipline, integrity, and deep care our team puts into every step of our process. It also signals to our clients—especially those in Life Sciences—that their data and innovation are protected by globally recognized standards.”

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is one of the most respected international standards for information security management. It provides a systematic approach to managing sensitive information and ensuring it remains secure—something increasingly vital in today’s highly regulated, digital-first world.

This milestone marks a major step in ITJ’s ongoing mission to be a trusted partner in building the finest software engineering teams in the Americas. As the company continues to support organizations striving to improve people’s lives, this certification ensures clients and partners can do so with confidence in the security of their operations.

About ITJ

ITJ is a trusted U.S.-Mexican partner specializing in building top-tier software engineering teams through Software Centers of Excellence in Latin America. Focused on fast-growing sectors—particularly in Life Sciences such as Biotechnology, Medical Devices, and Pharma—ITJ supports innovative companies working to improve lives. With a commitment to client success and community impact, ITJ delivers excellence while creating meaningful change beyond the workplace. Visit www.itj.com.

Inc. Names ITJ to Its 2025 List of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the Pacific

Posted on April 2, 2025 | by TeresaPenafiel | 1 Comment

Companies on the Inc. Regionals: Pacific list had a median growth rate of 124 percent.

San Diego, April 1, 2025 – Inc., the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future, today revealed that ITJ is No. 49 on its fifth annual Inc. Regionals: Pacific list, the most prestigious ranking of the fastest-growing private companies in the Pacific, which includes California, Oregon, Washington, Hawaii, and Alaska. An extension of the national Inc. 5000 list, the Regionals offer a unique look at the most successful companies within the Pacific economy’s most dynamic segment–its independent small businesses.

“Being named to the Inc. Regionals: Pacific list is an incredible honor and a reflection of the extraordinary team we’ve built at ITJ. This recognition celebrates not just our growth, but our commitment to innovation in Life Sciences and our mission to help improve people’s lives. We’re proud to be building a bridge between Latin American talent and U.S. innovation.”

— Maritza Diaz, CEO of ITJ

The companies on this list show a remarkable rate of growth across all industries in the Pacific. Between 2021 and 2023, these 142 private companies had a median growth rate of 124 percent; by 2023, they’d also added 7,947 jobs and $5.6 billion to the region’s economy.

Complete results of the Inc. Regionals: Pacific, including company profiles, can be found at https://www.inc.com/regionals/pacific starting April 1. You’ll also find an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, metro area, and other criteria.

“The honorees on this year’s Inc. Regionals list are true trailblazers driving economic growth in their respective regions, industries, and beyond. This list celebrates their achievements and tells the stories of remarkable companies that are fueling growth and adding jobs in local economies throughout the country,” said Bonny Ghosh, editorial director at Inc.

About ITJ

More about Inc. and the Inc. Regionals

Methodology

The 2025 Inc. Regionals are ranked according to percentage revenue growth over two years. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2021. They had to be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2023. (Since then, a number of companies on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2021 is $100,000; the minimum for 2023 is $1 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons.

About Inc.

Inc. is the leading media brand and playbook for the entrepreneurs and business leaders shaping our future. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of its community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating the future of business. Inc. is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow leading business publication Fast Company. For more information, visit www.inc.com.