Our Team of AI Experts
At Peripety Labs, we’re building more than AI solutions—we’re building the future of intelligent work. Our team combines deep technical expertise with operational experience across enterprise software, open source, and cloud-native infrastructure. We don’t chase trends; we operationalize real outcomes using AI that augments, not replaces, human talent. From strategic advisory to hands-on implementation, the team behind Peripety Labs brings the clarity, discipline, and creativity required to move businesses from experiments to scale.
Mark Hinkle, Co-founder and CEO
Mark R. Hinkle leads Peripety Labs with over 25 years in enterprise technology, open source leadership, and AI strategy. He began his career as Director of Technical Support at MindSpring, where he helped define what exceptional customer experience looked like during the early days of the commercial internet. He went on to serve in executive roles at Cloud.com (acquired by Citrix), Citrix, Zenoss, and The Linux Foundation. Mark was also the Executive Director of the Node.js Foundation, where he helped scale one of the world’s most influential developer ecosystems. Later, he co-founded TriggerMesh, a cloud-native integration startup backed by Cisco and top-tier venture firm, Index Ventures. Today, he leads Peripety Labs while also publishing The Artificially Intelligent Enterprise newsletter and podcast, reaching over 250,000 AI-interested professionals.
Woodford, Chief "cAnIne" Officer
Woodford, a Sheepadoodle with seniority and soft skills, leads Peripety’s morale and wellness programs. As Chief Canine Officer, he ensures no one skips a walk, a break, or a chance to reset during complex problem-solving. His responsibilities include nap enforcement, treat monitoring, and tail-wagging inspiration. He’s an essential part of the culture and a firm believer in daily decompression.
Christine Arcallana, Executive Administrator
Christine Arcallana supports Peripety Labs’ executive operations from the Philippines, where she brings more than a decade of experience in high-impact administrative leadership. With a background spanning startups, global tech firms, and remote-first teams, she keeps the company’s internal systems running efficiently—managing communications, scheduling, research, and marketing coordination. She’s an expert in applying AI tools to streamline workflows and enhance decision-making, and plays a key role in publishing The AIE newsletter, coordinating projects, and ensuring operational continuity. Her professional agility and attention to detail make her indispensable to Peripety’s growing footprint.