When it comes to shaping culture, developing talent, and aligning teams across departments, Anthony Osbourne, Vice President of Engineering, plays a foundational role at Spring Automation. From the start, Anthony was drawn to more than just the technical challenges—he was drawn to the company’s strong vision and values. “It was refreshing to find a company that took those values seriously and embedded them into the culture,” he recalls.
From Startup to Strong Foundation
As Spring was growing, he saw the potential to help build something unique—and he’s played a key role in that growth ever since. “It’s rewarding to reflect on how far we’ve come,” he says, “but we’re always focused on how we can continue to improve.” That balance between reflection and forward momentum defines Anthony’s leadership. He’s especially proud of what the team accomplishes each year after peak season. “Our industry comes with challenges, and I’m continually impressed by the resilience and dedication of our people.”
Leadership That Serves Others
Ask Anthony what leadership means to him, and the answer is clear: it’s about service. “Leadership is showing up for others and creating an environment where people can thrive. It requires being humble, present, and dependable while elevating the people around you.”
One responsibility he takes seriously is recruiting. “Hiring the right people is one of the most important decisions I make. It has long-term effects on team morale and overall success. While technical competency is important, it’s not everything. It’s more important that someone is team-oriented, humble, excited to learn, and a strong communicator.” This commitment to team culture directly ties into his personal view of leadership, showing up for others and creating an environment where people can thrive.
Guiding Communication and Collaboration
As Spring has grown, Anthony has helped evolve how teams work and communicate. “It’s a lot easier to communicate when you are a 10-person team instead of now 80+ people!” he explains. His role often involves bridging departments and helping engineering leaders stay in sync with broader company goals—and with the customer.
He points to Spring’s collaborative culture as one of its biggest strengths. “Culturally, we are fortunate to have people across all departments who are team-oriented and committed to doing great work together. From a process perspective, we use an agile methodology called Scrum that is inherently collaborative.”
Anthony sees the customer relationship as an extension of Spring’s internal team culture. “If our customers aren’t successful, we aren’t successful.” Even though he’s not always customer-facing, Anthony helps ensure engineering efforts stay aligned with client goals. “Adaptability is key. Things change daily, and you must be willing to pivot quickly. That said, even when plans don’t survive first contact, good decisions still require preparation and thoughtfulness.”
Leading with Purpose and Perspective
Outside the office, Anthony is a proud dad to three energetic boys and credits his wife for her support and patience. “My kids think the Spring office is the coolest place ever,” he laughs. Whether attending a family event or raiding the break room for snacks on a Friday, they already feel part of the Spring community.
Anthony’s advice to someone entering the field? Focus on what you can control. “Effort and Attitude don’t require years of experience. It’s in your control from day one. Experience and Skills come naturally when you show up every day with the right mindset.” He also offers, “Don’t be afraid to try new things, even if it means taking a risk. If the outcome isn’t perfect, you will still grow and learn, and others will respect your willingness to take on new challenges.”
Through every phase of growth, Anthony’s focus remains steady: build a strong team, serve with humility, and keep pushing for excellence. As for what keeps Anthony motivated, he says, “I believe we are building something special at Spring. We’re not perfect and still have work to do, but we’re a company that values the right things and is genuinely committed to making this a great place to work.”
Through intentional leadership, a focus on people, and a steady eye on the future, Anthony continues to shape both the engineering department and the larger culture at Spring Automation. Anthony enjoys watching the incremental progress and growth Spring makes every day. For him, it’s rewarding to feel like he has a direct impact on that progress. He shares, “Every year after peak season, when the dust settles, I feel proud of everything our team has accomplished and overcome. While it’s satisfying to reflect on how far we’ve come, we continue to look forward and focus on how we can improve.” He adds, quoting Nick Saban, “You’re either getting better or getting worse. You never stay the same.”
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