A technology leadership and strategy consulting group dedicated to helping client companies transform their tech teams and effectively execute on key strategic initiatives. Our goal is to help businesses leverage the power of technology to change the way they interact with their customers and how they run their businesses.Specializing in:- Fractional/Interim technology leadership (CIO, CISO, CTO)- Virtual technology leadership (vCIO, vCISO, vCTO, vCRO)- Key Technology Initiative Program/Project execution leadership- Technology Advisory Services Advisory Services Include: Business Process Transformation, Strategic Planning and Key Technology Initiative Readiness, Business Maturity Evaluation and Business Transformation, Information Security / IT Governance and Mergers and Acquisition (M&A) lifecycle leadership - M&A Integrations, Divestitures, and Carve-outs)Significant recent Projects:- Served as interim CIO for multi-campus community college.- Developed a multi-year strategic technology roadmap which included significant migration to cloud-based technologies- Completed a thorough information security assessment for two local government organizations.- Developed a Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) playbook for a large $12+ billon consumer brand, providing a solid framework for the organization to be more successful throughout the M&A process.- Served as Head of Product and Technology for an early stage retail-focused in-store digital marketer. Led the efforts to identify and implement the organization's core product offerings.To learn more about how Faros Consulting Group can help your business, visit www.farosgroup.net

Lead holistic integration of DART's hardware, software, and human services. Manage vendor relationships, oversee testing and quality control, ensure maintenance and smooth operations of in-market networks.

Campus Crest, with annual revenue of approximately $200 MM, is the second largest publicly traded REIT in the Student Housing Segment with over 85 properties spread across 26 states and in Canada.Reporting to the CEO, served as the senior technology executive and department head responsible for transforming the IT function from a fast growth but technologically immature organization to a stable, innovative and process-driven enterprise. Developed a transformation roadmap including optimizing customer engagement, implementing an agile software development approach, reducing business costs, streamlining operations, implementing best practices, and developing more effective processes.

TargetPath LLC, is an executive management consulting firm specializing in outsourced technology and strategic business planning, brand development, supply chain/logistics and business process enhancement for tech companies ranging from start-up to fortune 100 level customers. As a senior technology consultant, led technology initiatives such as developing the overall technology strategy, implementing new products, enhancing existing services, correcting IT Security and compliance issues and developing core technology infrastructure. Guided senior executives on technology execution, business process re-engineering, product strategy and information security.

An out-of-home media company providing advertising sales, marketing, and creative services in 31 markets in US, Canada, and the United Kingdom.Led strategic IT function and guided the company through key process improvement initiatives, helping it mature into a sustainable and efficient organization. Acted as a key business partner in the development and execution of cohesive solutions which overall company performance. Responsible for the management of all technology functions including IT service management, desktop support, mobile devices, voice and data systems, information security, IT governance, IT processes and vendor relationship management.

Ameristar Casinos, with over 6500 employees at seven locations across the United States, is one of the largest casino entertainment companies in the world. Reporting to the Vice President of IT, served as the IT Director focused on provided cross-departmental leadership on technology-related projects. Acted as Business Relationship Manager responsible for supporting the Construction, Marketing, Security, and Operations business units. In that capacity, collaborated with Design/Construction team on design & implement IT & AV systems for new construction projects. Interacted with Operations to develop new IT technologies that optimized operational efficiency & provided superior customer service. Also responsible for oversight of IT governance, compliance, and security across the enterprise.

AdSpace owns and operates over 1900 digital advertising networks in malls, cinemas, and other out-of-home public spaces. As one of the founding members of AdSpace, led the IT function and was responsible for all technical services for both the employee and customer networks including network design, infrastructure and technology support. I also provided project management services for all customer rollouts across the US.