Brian Degroff

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Fractional Technology Executive ๐Ÿ”ธ Fractional CIO ๐Ÿ”ธ Virtual CIO ๐Ÿ”ธ Interim CIO @ PulsePoint Advisors LLC
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Greater St. Louis, United States, United States
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Brian is a fractional CIO skilled at navigating the convergence of strategy, technology and organizational effectiveness. He has a proven history of steering transformative initiatives, influencing stakeholders and delivering impactful results that resonate across organizations.His expertise includes IT Strategic Planning, Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Data Privacy, Business Process Re-engineering, Organizational Evolution and IT Service Management.He brings a unique and comprehensive perspective to the table via his diverse experiences spanning various industries such as manufacturing, wholesale, consumer packaged goods, food and beverage, chemical and automotive.He has successfully orchestrated IT turnarounds, built-out high-functioning IT teams, reduced business risks, optimized IT investments, performed mergers and acquisitions, collaborated with Managed Service Providers and bolstered capabilities through strategic alliances.Additionally, Brian has solved organizational challenges such asโžœ Unstructured ways of working causing repeat service failures.โžœ Frustrated stakeholders avoiding IT when possible.โžœ Inconsistent delivery of projects leading to project delays and budget overruns.โžœ Lack of visibility into demands and activities creating animosity with the business.โžœ Misalignment of Business and IT strategies and roadmaps.โ€‹IT Executive Management โ€ฆ IT & Business Strategy Alignment โ€ฆ IT Organization Transformation โ€ฆ Digital Transformation โ€ฆ Operational Excellence โ€ฆ Business Process Re-Engineering โ€ฆ Cybersecurity โ€ฆ Global Teams โ€ฆ Managed Services

Brian Degroff's Current Company Details
PulsePoint Advisors LLC

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Fractional Technology Executive ๐Ÿ”ธ Fractional CIO ๐Ÿ”ธ Virtual CIO ๐Ÿ”ธ Interim CIO
Brian Degroff Work Experience Details
  • Pulsepoint Advisors Llc
    President ๐Ÿ”ธ Ceo ๐Ÿ”ธ Fractional Cio ๐Ÿ”ธ Fractional Technology Executive
    Pulsepoint Advisors Llc 2024 - Present
    St. Louis, Mo, Us
    Providing fractional executive technology leadership to small and midsized organizations with guidance towards strategic excellence, fostering growth and influencing impactful decisions in an ever-evolving digital landscape.Pain Points Alleviated...โ™จ Lack of an IT Strategyโ™จ Technology Issuesโ™จ Limited IT Expertiseโ™จ Data Management Challengesโ™จ Regulatory Compliance Concerns โ™จ Scalability Challengesโ™จ Cybersecurity Concernsโ™จ Technology Budget Constraintsโ™จ Need for Innovationโ™จ Change Management IssuesAreas of Expertiseโ€ฆ๐Ÿ’Ž IT Strategy Development๐Ÿ’Ž Technology Roadmap๐Ÿ’Ž Vendor Management๐Ÿ’Ž Security and Compliance๐Ÿ’Ž IT Budgeting and Cost Management๐Ÿ’Ž Digital Transformation๐Ÿ’Ž IT Risk Management๐Ÿ’Ž IT Team Leadership and Development๐Ÿ’Ž Program Management๐Ÿ’Ž Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
  • Saint Louis Science Center
    Fractional Cio
    Saint Louis Science Center Jun 2024 - Present
    Saint Louis, Mo, Us
    Providing Fractional CIO expertise across the following themes:- IT Strategy Development- IT Governance and Compliance- IT Operations Management- Digital Transformation and Innovation- Vendor and Contract Management- Staff Leadership and Development
  • Booksource
    Head Of It ๐Ÿ”ธ Cio
    Booksource 2020 - 2023
    Hazelwood, Missouri, Us
    Responsible for developing the IT strategy and providing leadership in planning, directing and overseeing all activities and operations of the IT Function.โžœ Pioneered the first Cybersecurity Program with 22 key deliverables, focusing on enhancing enterprise security, ensuring regulatory compliance and bolstering business continuity to safeguard the organization against internal and external threats.โžœ Developed the business case and facilitated the (first ever) integration of a Managed Service Provider enhancing infrastructure services and unlocking additional capabilities.โžœ Boosted profit margins by 6% through the implementation of a new pricing solution countering publisher price increases and reduced discounts.โžœ Enhanced ITโ€™s agility resulting in a nearly 50% reduction of ITโ€™s demand backlog.
  • Sensient Technologies Corporation
    It Director, Global Application Delivery
    Sensient Technologies Corporation 2018 - 2020
    Milwaukee, Wi, Us
    Responsible for the global ERP and Supply Chain systems portfolio encompassing 41 sites across 6 ERP system platforms.โžœ Transformed IT from siloed business unit teams into a shared service model providing a more consistent user experience and sharing of best practices.โžœ Served as the overall IT lead successfully integrating the IT components of a $30 million business acquisition (largest in almost 20 years) into the existing infrastructure ecosystem and core business systems.โžœ Streamlined and standardized business processes and system configurations across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, resulting in the elimination of over 275 unique processes within a 12-month period.
  • Thomas Built Buses
    Head Of It ๐Ÿ”ธ Cio
    Thomas Built Buses 2015 - 2018
    High Point, Nc, Us
    Responsible for developing the IT strategy and providing leadership in planning, directing and overseeing all activities and operations of the IT Function. Relocated back to the St. Louis area for personal reasons.โžœ Achieved a cost reduction of $350,000 per month by stabilizing an inherited and recently implemented SAP ERP solution. Transitioned from a project-oriented approach to a steady-state model restoring IT and business operations to a state of normalcy.โžœ Enhanced internal and external customer satisfaction by 30% within 90 days through the implementation of an IT Operating Model and driving behavioral changes related to user experience.โžœ Achieved a 70% productivity improvement in Logistics by digitally transforming manual processes and replacing cumbersome tools with a visual pick-to-light solution.โžœ Migrated to a fresh managed services provider for application and infrastructure support services.โžœ Successfully enhanced business continuity and strengthened cybersecurity by executing a comprehensive network upgrade across 4.2 million square feet and multiple campuses.
  • Experitec Inc.
    Head Of It ๐Ÿ”ธ Cio
    Experitec Inc. 2014 - 2015
    Chesterfield, Mo, Us
    Responsible for developing the IT strategy and providing leadership of the IT Function. Managed a $2.5 million budget. Position eliminated due to company downturn. โžœ Enhanced system performance by 30% in the core business system by collaborating with a SaaS provider to identify and address root causes, thereby avoiding unnecessary additional infrastructure investment.โžœ Crafted a strategic vision to tackle unsupported email solutions and compatibility issues with the MS Office suite. Successfully negotiated licensing terms and executed the migration to cloud-based email and storage.โžœ Achieved a 500% bandwidth increase while reducing costs by 20% through the negotiation of a new telecommunication agreement.โžœ Implemented standardized video conferencing solutions across all 11 sites ensuring seamless communication and collaboration.
  • Save A Lot
    Director, It - Distribution & Corporate Applications
    Save A Lot 2012 - 2013
    St Ann, Missouri, Us
    Led a newly formed team aligned with Distribution and Corporate functions (Finance, HR, Legal, Market Development and IT). Managed a $5 Million budget. Position eliminated due to the centralization of IT to the holding company.
  • Csm Bakery Supplies Europe Is Now Csm Bakery Solutions
    Director, It Service Delivery
    Csm Bakery Supplies Europe Is Now Csm Bakery Solutions 2012 - 2012
    Us
    Led a newly created team responsible for global solution delivery across Research & Development, Sales & Marketing, Supplier Management and Business Intelligence. Recruited to Save-A-Lot, travel requirements increased from 25% to 100%.โžœ Developed course correction for a struggling R&D project recommending a path forward for success.
  • Hillshire Brands
    Director, Application Services & Pmo
    Hillshire Brands 2009 - 2012
    Chicago, Il, Us
    Multi-faceted role directing application service management activities over an outsourced service provider and the corporate PMO. Led the implementation of global processes built on the ITIL framework. Managed a $24 Million budget.โžœ Negotiated a 15% cost reduction in an inherited Managed Service Provider contract with the transition to an activity-based model optimizing spend without compromising quality.โžœ Mitigated root causes achieving a 64% reduction in the backlog of incidents and preventing repeat occurrences.โžœ Realized savings of $1.5 million by rationalizing annual software maintenance fees.โžœ Implemented a standardized project management methodology across three Managed Service Providers, ensuring consistent experiences for internal stakeholders regardless of the delivery partner involved.
  • Hillshire Brands
    Director, Solution Delivery
    Hillshire Brands 2006 - 2009
    Chicago, Il, Us
    Led geographically dispersed teams totaling over 70 employees that provided supply chain systems support services to 3,000+ users. Managed a $3 million base budget with project budgets exceeding $10 million per year.โžœ Aligned and revitalized a recently formed team, ensuring their focus aligned with business objectives. This transformation followed an organizational assessment and the establishment of a new team structure.โžœ Championed the creation of a comprehensive blueprint to replace outdated manufacturing, purchasing and warehousing systems. The blueprint phase incurred costs of $6.5 million and involved collaboration with 100+ colleagues.โžœ Delivered a $15 million MES project within a brand-new manufacturing facility, enhancing production efficiency and quality.
  • Hillshire Brands
    Senior Manager, Information Systems
    Hillshire Brands 2003 - 2006
    Chicago, Il, Us
    โžœ Saved $15 million by reducing excess/obsolete inventory and Finished Goods inventory.
  • Diageo
    Director Of Information Systems
    Diageo 2000 - 2003
    London, Gb
    Responsible for application support and development teams of six (6) employees. Managed budgets up to $12 million.โžœ Spearheaded the seamless integration of a significant business acquisition into the core supply chain planning solutions.โžœ Developed a cutting-edge CPFR (Collaborative Planning Forecasting and Replenishment) toolset facilitating real-time electronic collaboration with key customers.โžœ Achieved a 70% reduction in problem tickets and successfully cleared the backlog of unresolved issues.
  • Black & Decker
    Manager Of Supply Chain Systems
    Black & Decker 1995 - 2000
    Towson, Md, Us
    Managed a team of process improvement change agents providing project management and process improvement leadership in the North American Power Tools division. โžœ Achieved an 80% reduction in cycle time by implementing business processes and a toolset that delivers rough-cut, capacity-constrained Master Production Schedules to manufacturing facilities.โžœ Spearheaded the internationalization of Supply Chain Planning by integrating business processes and applications into Canada and Latin America, laying the foundation for the Americas.
  • Eastman Kodak Company
    Systems Analyst / Team Lead
    Eastman Kodak Company 1988 - 1995
    Rochester, New York, Us
    Responsibilities ranged from an entry-level systems analyst to a team leader over logistics systems that processed $1.6 billion of annualized sales orders through seven (7) distributed warehouse sites.

Brian Degroff Skills

Business Process Process Improvement Cross Functional Team Leadership Vendor Management Business Intelligence Leadership Project Management It Strategy Outsourcing Change Management Sap Business Process Improvement Strategy Erp Itil Information Technology Integration Project Portfolio Management Supply Chain Management Program Management Pmo Software Development Planning Operational Excellence Continuous Improvement Security Sap Products Governance Pmp Presentation Design Presentation Development Presentations Enterprise Resource Planning Risk Management Customer Service Relationship Building Negotiation Critical Thinking Conceptualization Problem Solving Change Catalyst Resourceful Decisiveness Collaborative Driving Results Manugistics/jda Manhattan Associates Infor Lx Infor Optiva Devops Foundation Agile Project Management Big Data Communication

Brian Degroff Education Details

  • University Of Pittsburgh
    University Of Pittsburgh
    Computer Science

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