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• Distribution/Retail Company, Los Angeles, CA – June 2019 – July 2022) managed large-scale systems replacement (from system and technical requirements through implementation). Implemented a set of cloud-based software solutions (including Infor M3 CSDE, Avalara, SnapPay, UPS and others) as well as technical upgrades.• Distribution Company, Miami, FL – (November 2018 – June 2019) conducted IT Strategy Diagnostic Review and an Acquisition Due Diligence review for private-equity owned company• Retail Company, ~$700M, Atlanta, Ga (May 2017 - September 2018) Interim CIO for high growth company with cloud-based IT infrastructure and innovation strategy, significant M&A experience • Chemical Company ~$12B, Houston, Texas (Lead Consultant aligned with Markwardt Performance Consulting)o Developed and implemented CIO Scorecard to improve value, execution, innovation and talent managemento Assessed and redesigned Program Management Office and created implementation roadmapo Designed office of IT Performance Managemento Analyzed and redesigned Strategic Vendor Management function• Non-governmental Relief Organization, Baltimore, Marylando Assessed IT function and custom-developed ERP systemo Led development of IT Strategy

Houston, Texas, Us

Responsible for management and innovation in the areas of strategy and planning, third-party software, compliance, portfolio and resource optimization, M&A IT integration, SDLC, and continuous improvement. In 2014, increased portfolio benefits by 25%, procurement savings above $30M, streamlined software artifacts (60% improvement), supported portfolio of over 1,100 projects with 95% on-time delivery.

Houston, Texas, Us

Leading refresh of HP IT's Operating Model to support recently implemented hybrid federal organization structure with Global and Business Unit CIOsLeading Strategic Sourcing initiative to allow greater flexibility to flex capacityTransforming planning approach and synching with budgeting and Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

Houston, Texas, Us

•Led Operations for Enterprise Services IT group which supports HP’s 130,000+ IT outsourcing applications business transformation and business process outsourcing organizations•Guided the IT team engaged with the transformation of Enterprise Services and developed fiscal 2013 plan including a ramp of 400 people targeted at new innovation

Houston, Texas, Us

•Led Operations for Enterprise Business IT Group supporting $58B Enterprise Businesses within HP •Drove IT transformation within EB-IT: streamlining of software applications (retired over 1,500 in 3 years), cost reduction (reduction of over 60%), process improvement (APQC)•Increased benefits of systems projects by 400% through improved business innovation planning - while increasing emphasis and investment in global applications that adhere to IT standards and global processes•Drove strategy, planning, operations, financial management and procurement, metrics, IT practices improvement (BPM) and global testing and release management for the 1,200 person EB-IT group•Managed merger /acquisition team responsible for over 30 business integrations

New York, Ny, Us

Formulated and implemented IT services strategy for North American KSA practice• Developed and led IT Strategy and Cost Alignment practice and created Interactive Retailing services offering• Led IT services engagements for retail clients (e.g. Federated, Liz Claiborne, ACE Hardware, Toys R’ Us, Columbia House) and consumer products companies (e.g. MTD, NGC, Kellwood, Li & Fung)• Received multiple client services awards• Developed KSA’s merger and acquisition IT services and engaged with Cerberus, Merrill Lynch, Blackstone, American Capital Strategies and others

Atlanta, Georgia, Us

Strategy•Co-led the development of the Comprehensive Supply Chain strategy for The Home Depot enterprises and identified over $1 billion NPV in savings. Nine-month study included numerous external inputs from manufacturers (Behr, Delta Faucet) and other retailers (e.g. Target, Tesco, Sainsbury, Metro, Carrefour)•Led overall IT strategy development (2001)•Formulated systems strategies for Logistics, International, B2B, Finance and MerchandisingLeadership•Led application systems in Supply Chain (Logistics, B2B, Merchandising), Finance and E-procurement (approximately 300 people and budget of $100 million) and developed Directors and Managers for these areas•Led international and new business IS groups•Interim CIO (late 2001 and early 2002)•Performed due diligence and integration efforts for a number of Home Depot acquisitionsResults•Directed transformation of merchandising and financial systems from legacy applications•Implemented 62 projects in 2001 with a combined NPV of over $180 million•Implemented key applications (SAP R/3 [Argentina], Ariba Buyer and Sourcing, i2 Technologies, Catalyst, Rockport, Marketmax, ProfitLogic, etc.)Innovation•Managed the development of custom systems (e.g. Global Supply Chain Management, transit facilities, web invoicing, competitive shop)•Helped develop corporate cultural programs (Building Bridges, Brainstorming, Value Awards) and IT initiatives (performance metrics, systems globalization)•Headed Home Depot's research into the use of RFID tags and led HD's participation in the Auto ID Center

Transformation•Created, staffed and managed a shared-services organization responsible for systems, technology and internal consulting for 8 U.S. corporate entities (e.g. Uptons, Byrons, Steinbach, Eastern Mountain Sports, Maurices, Miller’s Outpost, Modern Woman, and Woman’s World).•Expanded into international services in the Far East, Mexico, and South America (C&A Modas).•Planned information systems strategy and alignment with business objectives. • Re-engineered operations, organizations and procedures for multiple companies to achieve objectives of-. commonality, reduced cost, rapid response and customer orientation.Results•Developed and implemented integrated systems for business functions, including: Merchandising, Logistics, Finance, Human Resources, Credit, Office Automation, Point-of-Sale, Private Label Merchandising, Electronic Commerce and Stores•Closed corporate data centers in Bridgeport, Miami and San Diego and designed offices and data center in Atlanta•Developed key leaders in IS- 3 of 5 became CIOs•Implemented new voice, data (frame relay) and video networks. Negotiated $2.4 million voice communication savings. Implemented international telecommunications network.•Implemented over 3,000 new hardware components within two-year period including: full peer-to-peer network with over 1,200 processor nodes, over 1,000 networked PCs, 120 UNIX processors, LAN servers, 5 large AS/400s and a mainframe•Responsible for over $12 million expense budget and up to a $40 M, capital budget. Achieved under budget position each year and implemented systems on schedule.InnovationConducted research concerning non-store retailing and customers/markets and performed internal consulting on supply chain linkages and profitability improvement techniquesNegotiated agreement to market our retail applications software through JDA

Worldwide, Oo

Created innovative new practice areas (advanced systems development, imaging, etc.) Organized and led national imaging and workflow analysis practiceExceeded sales and profitability targetsManaged very large engagements with high profit realization and client satisfaction Developed people and formed strategic alliances with other offices and business partners

Mba

Masters Of International Management, International Business

Ba, International Relations