Oversee all technology related areas including Digital, Data/Analytics, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Database, IT Infrastructure, Security, Warehouse Management and Supply Chain across 2,500 retail stores, 73 distribution centers, and 2 corporate offices. Manage nine-digit annual technology spend. Responsible for technology group of 245 distributed staff (grew team from 50). Key executive driving technology and lead interface to the business and the board.Highlights:Omni-Channel / Digital Leadership:• Formulated and drove omni-channel strategy to integrate digital properties with brick-and-mortar/POS, merchandising, and marketing functions. • Increased eCommerce revenue with double digit (20%+) growth two years running• Completed ERP Upgrade from Dynamics 2012 to Dynamics 365 across 2500 stores & 73 Distribution CentersData Science / Advanced Analytics:• Rebuilt data platform to enable real time reporting / data flow.• Integrated 2 major acquisitions into data platform and brought in 25+ years of historical data enabling rich view into buying cycle and LTV.Warehouse (WMS) / Supply Chain Management:• Launched cloud-based EDI system to reduce onboarding time for new vendors. • Implemented automated truck routing system, reducing routing time by 50% and increasing route efficiency.M&A Evaluations & Integrations:• Led successful integration of Sleepy’s (1050 stores) and Sleep Train (310 stores). • Consolidated 4 ERPs to 1, scaling system to support 3500 stores and 73 warehouses. Cybersecurity:• Built cybersecurity function from the ground up, including five-year strategic plan and roadmap.• Reduced phishing and other vulnerabilities by implementing cyber education for all staff.Payment Innovation:• Rolled out EMV chip card readers across 2500 stores, securing P2PE and delivering significant cost savings.P&L Management:• Consolidated 50 telecom providers into 3, saving millions of dollars and significantly reducing daily outages.

Chief Information Officer:• Oversaw Analytics, ERP, Digital, Database, IT Infrastructure, and Warehouse / Transportation Management across 55 retail stores, 2 distribution centers, and a corporate office for then-startup Sleep Experts.• Added virtualization solutions projected to secure 135% ROI over three years, with 88% better recovery performance plus decreased facilities and cooling costs. • Directed 2 ERP upgrades.• Managed strong relationships with key vendors, consultants, and outsourced help desk company.• Partnered with business unit executives to identify, develop and implement IT opportunities to improve the operating effectiveness and financial performance of the organization.VP Real Estate:• Led expansion into Austin market with 15 total leases• Added 11 stores to existing DFW portfolio• Renegotiated 25 real estate leases, achieving significant cost savings during the recession of 2008; led all construction efforts.

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