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Leadership in conjunction with solid processes and procedures are key to success in all companies. As a Technology Consultant, I am leveraging my experience, as a leader within Technology, to assist companies maximize their potential. Most recently I collaborated with the CIO and Director of IT Operations at Graduate Management Admissions Council (GMAC), to review and provide guidance on improving team execution and internal processes. • Mentored and coach Director of IT Operations on facilitating stronger relationships within the organization.• Assisted with prioritization of project back-log through capacity planning.• Provided specific recommendations related to Technology policy and procedure documentation.

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Reported to the CIO of Gannett Technology. Provided leadership and management of all technology supporrt services across Gannett.• Led support efforts across 3 major areas: 1) Enterprise support 2) Technology Lifecycle Support 3) Technology Support Center.• Enterprise Support: Developed and implemented an enterprise-wide support model focused on providing employees world-class support regardless of geography.• Technology Life Cycle Services: Standardized and streamlined employee on- and off-boarding. Enhanced day one experience ensuring the delivery of technology aligned with expectations. Work-from-home considerations added complexities but were overcome by strong processes and teamwork.• Technology Support Center: Managed relationship with offshore support partner providing L1/L2 support for Gannett.

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Reported to the Vice President of Gannett Technology Support Services providing leadership and management for all technology support for Gannett’s West Region.• Coordinated technology support for more than 200 Gannett Media locations. • Managed purchase and roll-out of hardware and software technology across the organization.• Developed and maintained relationships with local and regional leadership ensuring Gannett’s strategic plans aligned with Technology’s efforts. • Managed staff reductions as part of company-wide expense controls, minimizing the impact and maximizing efficiencies.

Louisville, Kentucky Area

Reported to Interstate Group President providing strategic IT leadership for 21 newspapers. Established and ensured Corporate, Division and Group initiatives are implemented. • Managed the day-to-day Business and Production Systems, LAN/WAN, server infrastructure and Desktop Support and mobile device administration.• Oversaw a combined $12 million expense budget.• Reduced multi-million-dollar IT budget by 11%.• Established detailed Business Continuity Plans. • Worked closely with other department heads to develop and implement strategic initiatives.• Collaborated with Interstate Group newspapers reviewing all IT related capital budget requests. • Participated on Corporate IT Governance Committee establishing priorities based on Interstate Group needs.• Implemented strict internal controls to for PCI compliance.

Provided leadership and direction for the implementation of USATODAY.com’s Web 2.0 initiatives. Established and maintained the USATODAY.com project portfolio. Project Managed transformation of USATODAY.com website.