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Driven IT executive leading global technology organizations in alignment with strategic direction and rapid growth. Combine foundation in applications development with senior leadership background to devise and execute plans for diverse initiatives ranging from global expansion to M&A integration. Apply collaborative, hands-on approach to determine and address changing needs. Offer diversified technology background of 20 years with Nielsen and rapid progression through director and VP roles. Excel at leading teams in delivery of transformational programs to achieve business goals. OVERVIEW OF BUSINESS/TECHNOLOGY CONTRIBUTIONSACQUISITIONS & INTEGRATIONS: Led integration of technology infrastructure for 20+ acquired companies with 100 to 1,500 employees in support of Nielsen’s strategic business needs. CHANGE INITIATIVES: Co-led global centralization of technology infrastructure organizations across all 26 Nielsen holding companies; tasked with co-managing transition of global services to outsourced model based on success. GLOBAL EXPANSION: Drove end-to-end technology initiatives for global expansion from 4 locations in North America to 21 offices worldwide during rapid growth period. ORGANIZATIONAL/PEOPLE LEADERSHIP: Managed budgets of up to $20M and teams of up to 25 employees.Specialties: Global Infrastructure Management, Global IT Management, Budget Management, Acquisition Integration, Divestitures, Vendor Relations, Data Center Consolidation, Program Management, Systems Development & Infrastructure, Global IT Standardization, Contract Negotiations, Global Team Management

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  Wright State University

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