Lance Ralls Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, CA, US

Mount Laurel, New Jersey, US

Board Chair for So Cal SIM who is the region's largest and most respected non-profit organization around technology, serving over 350 CIOs, CISOs, CTOs and their leaders in Southern California.2024-present - Board Chair 2021-2023 - Vice Chair2018-2021 - Chief Revenue Officer (aka Sponsorship Char)

Los Angeles, CA, US

Cesena, Emilia Romagna, IT

Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong, HK

• Vertically integrated global CPG organization with strong capabilities in sourcing, product development, engineering, product quality, and marketing. Present globally, with renowned brands like FAO Schwarz, Sharper.
• Unified global technology building high-performing team earning trust as a strategic partner among executives.
• Developed and executed comprehensive technology roadmap aligning IT initiatives with business goals.
• Led technology team for eCommerce and specifically drove Shopify Plus efficiencies and integrations for FAO.com resulting in site speed 20x while remediating compliance, security, and ADA issues.
• Successfully managed the company through two significant Cybersecurity attacks within the initial six months, saving $5MM in potential ransomware payments. Implemented an enterprise-wide cybersecurity framework.
• Implemented the company’s first Business Intelligence (BI) tool, enabling real-time and daily reporting across all brands and functions. This streamlined decision-making, reduced reporting time by 86%, and enhanced.

Torrance, CA, US

• Pelican Products, Inc. is the global leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance protective cases, temperature-controlled packaging solutions, and advanced portable lighting systems. The company operates.
• Implemented strategic initiatives that resulted in EBITDA growth, positively impacting the potential acquisition price.
• Collaborated with the Direct-to-Consumer team to transition functions and technology from external partners to internal operations, driving accelerated growth.
• Enhanced overall business operations by integrating various systems such as SalesForce, Adobe Magento, HRIS, FPA, and other key corporate functions into the central global ERP solution SAP.
• Worked closely with new COO through Kaizen process to increase manufacturing efficiencies by 33%.

El Segundo, CA, US

• As CIO and CISO, Led Belkin International's global IT and security strategic direction, policies, compliance, governance, data infrastructure, operations, software engineering, portfolio and project management, data.
• Managed an international team of 90 professionals supporting IS and global business, establishing strong and effective relationships with the Engineering department.
• Crafted and executed a global IT and security strategy, resulting in significant EBITDA growth and successful acquisition.
• Built and led high-performing IT teams, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. This approach drove successful project outcomes and increased engagement to 72%, with a "highly engaged" rating of 38%, far.
• Overhauled the BI platform, introducing real-time analytics on customer performance metrics. This initiative directly influenced the design of KPI-based bonus structures for sales representatives, aligning with.
• Led initiatives to secure CFIUS and government approval for a foreign acquisition, developing and implementing GDPR, CCPA, and privacy compliance frameworks through strategic collaboration and buy-in from executives.

Big ideas have been taking off in El Segundo for one hundred years. The city has earned a reputation as one of the best places to work and live. It balances an ideal business environment with a small-town community to provide the highest quality of life for its employers and residents. El Segundo’s business friendly environment, skilled workforce.

Los Angeles, CA, US

Oversaw all Technology including CISO, project management, communication, strategy, architecture, cybersecurity, privacy policy, Devops, and business operation to execute a scalable and profitable roadmap for nationwide company growth.► Revamping website for improved digital experience across our website and social media, generating double as many sales.

US

Led strategic planning and digital leadership across all areas including new business and platform strategies, business operations, servicing, technology, product management, cybersecurity, and customer experience.► Provided digital and technical expertise leading global implementation of supply chain management, sales order management, marketing, finance.

El Segundo, California, US

Provided technical and digital leadership and strategy to develop and successfully implement large scale projects, including a multimillion- dollar Digital Asset Management (DAM) enterprise solution, engaging C-level executives and cross-functional teams, and utilizing a global perspective as well as an onshore/offshore model.► Provided strategic vision.

• Consulted for Media and Entertainment industry for studios including NBC Universal, Warner Bros., and Sony.
• Directed concurrent project teams across multiple software engineering projects throughout the business with 92% on-time/budget.
• Managed a 40-person global software engineering team in the implementation of a rich media transformation innovative service for a first of its kind custom Digital Distribution for Sony DADC as part of Sony Pictures.
• Decreased testing cycle by 50% by developing a complex test case methodology including an estimation model for the creation of test scenarios, use cases, and test cases for a global HR implementation.

El Segundo, CA, US

► Led Software Engineering team and architected projects across multiple departments, specializing in supply chain, logistics, sales and marketing, legal, HR, finance, and operations.► Architected and directed the implementation of new Supply Chain Solution after two major failures prior to my involvement; this project was completed successfully under.

CTO / Founder that led large software engineering teams for clients and projects for multiple global SAP / ERP implementations across departments including manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, HR, sales and marketing, and finance in various industries including government, manufacturing, technology, retail, distribution, and sales.

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Software Engineer promoted to Lead Software Engineer for multiple SAP / ERP implementations, upgrades, and projects for multiple clients across multiple industries including Manufacturing, Logistics, Production Planning, and Supply Chain.