Results-driven IT executive with specialty expertise in turning around under-performing departments and leading significant organizational change in dynamic business environments. Develops diverse, cross-functional teams that deliver effective and resource-efficient technology solutions to meet business objectives. Dedicated and inclusive leader with more than 20 years of progressive experience in world-class IT organizations across a variety of industries, including health and research sciences (Quintiles, Duke Medical), communications (Ericsson, SpectraSite, Time Warner), and railroads (Railinc). Builder of critical partnerships and strategic alliances: able to unite fractured groups, salvage damaged relations, find value in divergent views, and resolve conflicts for win-win outcomes. Enabler of effective communications and common understanding among technical and business professionals. A contagious enthusiasm that injects positive energy and optimism into even the most difficult situations. Exceptional ability to analyze complex situations and create productive plans for using technology to optimize performance and achieve organizational goals.Specialties: IT Strategic Planning Executive Leadership IT Infrastructure Virtualization & Optimization Hosted/Shared Application (SaaS) & Web Services ERP & Corporate Back-Office Systems Solutions Turnaround & Crisis Management Large-Scale Project & Program Management Outsourcing & Vendor/Partner Management Disaster Recovery Planning Multimillion-Dollar Budgeting & Negotiations Cost Reduction & Margin Improvement Continuous Performance Improvement
Listed skills include Leadership, It Strategy, Program Management, It Management, and 10 others.