Rene Head

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EVP of Technology Consulting | Transformation Jedi | Cybersecurity Expert | Forbes Technology Council Member @ Navitate Consulting Partners
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Cypress, Texas, United States, United States
About Rene Head

Seasoned, results-driven leader with over 34 years in technology services, engineering, transformation, process automation, and program management. Accomplished Forbes Technology Council Member. • Deep and profound experience leading large transformations in 100+ Fortune-500 companies. • Extensive consultative experience driving strategic initiatives and organizational change.• Extensive R&D computing design and driving groundbreaking research projects.• Strategic thinker with a passion for addressing critical, complex business challenges. • Impeccable collaborative communication, conveying complex concepts to diverse audiences.• Accountable for budgets as large as $1B, and divisions of 2500+ professionals.---------------------------------------• 35+ years: IT strategy, software engineering, enterprise architecture, mainframe, and data center.• 35+ years: Security (cyber + physical), IAM, GRC, and regulatory mandates (various industries).• 25+ years: IT service strategy, product management, GTM/monetization, FP&A, and market success.• 25+ years: Business strategy, M&A integration, BPO, and business/technology transformations.• 20+ years: Software/API, platform engineering, AI automation, and data engineering/analytics.• 20+ years: Interim CTO/CIO/CISO and Advisory, shaping technology vision, and R&D Advisory.• 15+ years: IT managed services, ITO, AI-Ops, cloud architecture, and AI/ML/NLP data analytics.• 15+ years: Cloud Ops, cloud migration, SaaS engineering, microservice composition, and hybrid cloud.

Rene Head's Current Company Details
Navitate Consulting Partners

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EVP of Technology Consulting | Transformation Jedi | Cybersecurity Expert | Forbes Technology Council Member
Rene Head Work Experience Details
  • Navitate Consulting Partners
    Evp Transformation Consulting
    Navitate Consulting Partners Oct 2023 - Present
    Accountable for new startup global operating company for Technology Consulting. Responsible for business strategy, P&L/budget, product definition, sales, GTM, revenue operations, engineering, delivery, and workforce. Offerings: Technology Consulting ServicesDisciplines: Interim CIO/CTO/CISO, CIO/CTO Advisory, Transformation Strategy, M&A Integration, Complex/Corporate Program Management, Technology Roadmap, Digital Innovation, Transformation Execution.An advanced technology consultancy firm specializing in leading transformative change and innovation within organizations across diverse industries. With a deep commitment to excellence and a relentless focus on results, we serve as catalysts for our clients' digital evolution. Our consultancy empowers organizations to embrace change with confidence, fortifying them against the risks while maximizing opportunities for growth, innovation, and success. We recognize the imperative of guiding organizations away from potential pitfalls, issues, and failures inherent in digital endeavors. By offering expert guidance in strategy, planning, and execution, we provide a proactive shield against negative outcomes, ensuring that our clients navigate the complexities of digital disruption with confidence and clarity.
  • Forbes Technology Council
    Forbes Technology Council Member
    Forbes Technology Council Apr 2022 - Apr 2024
    Boston, Ma, Us
    Passionate member of Forbes Technology Council. Multiple published articles sharing insights and expertise in the ever-evolving world of technology. Committed to driving innovation, sharing knowledge, and shaping the future of the tech industry. Let's connect and explore the possibilities.
  • The Methodical Group
    Vp And Head Of Methodical Engineering
    The Methodical Group Jul 2021 - Oct 2023
    St Petersburg, Florida, Us
    Accountable for Methodical Engineering startup global operating company with 150+ professionals and engineers in U.S., Philippines, and Brazil. Responsible for service line strategy, revenue operations, P&L/budget, portfolio, corporate program management, product management and engineering, sales, enablement, partners, GTM, pre-sales/pursuit, delivery, and workforce management. • Offerings: Technology Consulting, Professional Services, Technology Managed Services, Business Process Managed Services, Product Management.• Disciplines: IT strategy, Interim CIO/CTO and Advisory, IT transformations, M&A integration, research computing, complex/corporate program management, product management, software engineering, website development, IT engineering, infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, cloud, workstation, RPA/automation, AI/ML/NLP, data management, and analytics.Key Accomplishments:• Provide strategic leadership to establish and run a new operating company, end-to-end. Established and tracked OKRs and KPI’s (internal), and SLO’s and SLA’s (client). • Established revenue plans, budget, cash flow projection, and business blueprint. Built revenue bookings from $0 to $15MM in 18 months. Acquired talent and built team from 1 to 150+ in 18 months. • Developed commercial models, blueprints, collateral, blogs, and decks. Pioneered "Consulting as a Service". Led sales, GTM strategies, proposals, contracts, and webinars. • Conducted research on emerging trends, established technology strategy, formulated and led R&D teams, and managed all product management. • Pioneered the research/analytics based business strategy, “Outcome-Centric” complex program management model, and a “Quality Engineering” service factory.• Provided Interim CIO, CTO, and CISO Consulting to 10+ clients and oversaw all aspects of technical delivery.• Led product lifecycle management for all clients and products.• Led global service delivery for all services and all clients.
  • Mindtree
    Vp Enterprise It & Cloud Products & Services
    Mindtree Oct 2018 - Mar 2021
    Bangalore, Karnataka, In
    Accountable for $1B global service line with 1400+ professionals and engineers in U.S., Europe, and India. Responsible for service line strategy, corporate program management, revenue operations, P&L/budget, portfolio, product management and engineering, sales, enablement, partners, GTM, pre-sales/pursuit, delivery, and workforce management. • Offerings: Technology Consulting, IT Managed Services, IT Outsourcing Services, Product Management.• Disciplines: Enterprise IT strategy, Interim CIO/CTO, CIO/CTO Advisory, cloud transformation, business transformation, M&A integration, complex/corporate program management, research computing/HPC, client product management, software engineering, enterprise business platforms (e.g. - ERP, CRM, HRIS), IT engineering, cybersecurity, infrastructure, applications, workstation/workplace, data operations, data science, and AI/ML analytics.Key Accomplishments: • Exceeded annual revenue target by 18% and achieved 28% YoY growth. Improved market up-take of products and services by 25% in 12 months. Transformed service line technology and offerings, resulting in 31% increase pull-through.• Led a 1400+ member service delivery, program management, and product engineering team for 250+ clients. Spearheaded and trained 120+ member high-performing LEAN transformation solutions team. • Executive sponsor for 250+ clients, 20+ alliance partners, and 10+ industry advisors.• Led complex digital transformations and M&A for 50+ Fortune-500 clients. • Increased service delivery efficiency by 20%. Pioneered “Managed Factory” technology services for transformation and program management.• Refined and stabilized EIT & Cloud products, offering strategy and package mix, resulting in a 31% increase in services pull through, YoY. • Reduced engineering defect rework by 34% with an Agile DevOps factory. Accelerated transformation velocity by 22% with intelligent automation.
  • Quest Software
    Head Of Consulting And Professional Services, North America
    Quest Software Aug 2016 - Sep 2018
    Aliso Viejo, Ca, Us
    Accountable for $200M Dell Software Group PSO with 35+ direct reports in U.S., Europe, and APAC. Responsible for service line strategy, revenue operations, P&L/budget, portfolio, product management and engineering, sales, enablement, partners, GTM, pre-sales/pursuit, delivery, and workforce management. • Offerings: Technology Consulting, Technology Services, Product Management.• Disciplines: Cybersecurity strategy, Interim CISO, CTO and CISO Advisory services, security transformation, risk management, product management, program management/PMO, software engineering, cybersecurity engineering, workplace security, and identity management.Key Accomplishments:• Strategic leader for due diligence efforts for the divestiture of the Dell Software Group business unit to Quest Software (Private Equity). • Exceeded annual financial targets by 14% and achieved 21% YoY growth. Spearheaded growth initiatives, introducing "managed program services," which led to a remarkable +23% year-over-year revenue increase and a 13% improvement in gross margin.• Led 90-day professional services build-out and delivery turnaround. • Streamlined cross-functional BU collaboration and targeted industry-specific messaging resulting in 24% steeper adoption.• As service line CTO, conducted research on emerging trends, led product development, and drove service delivery. • Provided CIO, CTO, and CISO interim and advisory services to multiple complex clients, driving IT and security strategies to improve business issues.• Defined and implemented Agile and DevOps methodologies to streamline solution delivery and enhance the realization of business value. • Defined, developed, and managed complex PMO services for client program management. • Streamlined delivery operations and processes, resulting in +20% improved profit margin. • Developed and deployed partner integration program leveraging utility-based subscription service model.
  • Cognizant Technology Solutions
    Vp Cognizant Business Consulting - It Infrastructure
    Cognizant Technology Solutions Apr 2014 - Apr 2016
    Teaneck, New Jersey, Us
    Accountable for $300MM Business & Infrastructure Consulting Services (160+ consultants) and Transformation Services (330+ professionals) as part of $3B IT Managed Services division. Responsible for service line strategy, revenue operations, P&L/budget, portfolio, product management and engineering, sales, partners, GTM, pre-sales/pursuit, delivery, and workforce management. • Offerings: Management Consulting, Technology Consulting, IT Managed Services, Product Management.• Disciplines: Enterprise IT strategy, Interim CIO/CTO, CTO/CIO Advisory, business transformation, M&A integration, complex program management, product management, software engineering, enterprise platforms (e.g. - ERP, CRM, Financials, HRIS, EPIC, Facets), cybersecurity, infrastructure, applications, workplace, big data, AI/ML analytics, and RPA/automation.Key Accomplishments:• Led operational team in creation, roll out and management of new services and products. Developed and implemented new consulting pull-through strategies.• Exceeded annual revenue and margin targets, achieving >30% year-over-year growth. Expanded into Middle Eastern and South African markets, and expanded channel to drive 18% incremental revenue. • Expanded the CTO/CIO Consulting team from 67 to 160+ professionals and grew the IT Transformation team from 110 to 330+ engineers in 2 years. Pioneered "PMO as a Service".• Speaker at industry conventions, adviser conferences, and client meetings.• Service line CTO; research emerging trends to develop new products, services and strategies. Provided CTO and CIO Advisory services to 43 clients.• Led complex program management, M&A planning, strategic vision, and business transformation for 12 Fortune-100 clients and 53 Fortune-500 clients. Led business transformation, technology transformation, and product engineering teams for over 250 clients.• Led software engineering teams to develop and deploy business solutions for over 50 clients.
  • Hewlett-Packard
    Regional Director Datacenter Consulting
    Hewlett-Packard Jun 2012 - Apr 2014
    Houston, Texas, Us
    Accountable for Datacenter Consulting and Storage Consulting service lines with 2500+ global consultants and professionals, with overall worldwide services $840MM P&L. Responsible for service definition, practice and product development, sales enablement, GTM, partners, sales, pre-sales/pursuit, and service delivery. • Offerings: Technology Consulting, Strategy Consulting, Professional Services, and Product Management.• Disciplines: IT Strategy, CIO/CTO Advisory, Critical Facilities, Datacenter Build-Out and Manage, Technology transformation, M&A integration, Complex PMO Services, IT Migration, IT Infrastructure Engineering, Big Data, Cloud, Enterprise Software Engineering, Application Support, Cybersecurity.Key Accomplishments:• Developed long-term vision and strategies and established clear objectives for service lines. • Oversaw the financial performance. Developed budgets and financial forecasts to support strategic initiatives and ensure financial stability. • Provided leadership and mentorship to a global team of 2500+ consultants and professionals. • Developed sales strategies and collaborated with sales teams to develop effective GTM strategies. Cultivated strong relationships with clients. • Service line CTO and Innovation leader. Led initiatives to identify and leverage emerging technologies and innovative solutions. • Established the organization as a thought leader in technology consulting and data center services through publications and industry engagements.• Designed and managed data center facilities to ensure reliability, efficiency, and security. • Led large and complex technology and business transformations and programs for Fortune-100 clients.• Oversaw the product lifecycle of consulting services and PMO.• Implemented complex program management processes and best practices to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality services to clients. • Built and managed strategic partnerships with GSI's and service providers.
  • Hewlett-Packard
    Regional Director It Strategy & Assurance
    Hewlett-Packard Apr 2011 - Oct 2012
    Houston, Texas, Us
    Accountable for $50MM Enterprise Architect Consulting team and Business Strategy Consulting team with 25 direct reports. Responsible for service definition, practice and product development, GTM, partners, sales, pre-sales/pursuit, and service delivery. • Offerings: Technology Consulting, Strategy Consulting, and Product Management.• Disciplines: CIO Advisory, CTO Advisory, business transformation, complex program management, enterprise application strategy, IT strategy, service management, data analytics, IT transformation, M&A integration, datacenter, cybersecurity, product management, and program and project management. Key Accomplishments:• Developed strategic roadmaps for technology consulting and business strategy consulting. • Exceeded financial targets with over $50M in revenue reported on P&L statement. • Managed and supervised 25 CTO and PMO Advisors, Enterprise Architects, and Engineers. Recruited talented individuals bringing Master-level Enterprise Strategy and Business Management competencies and capabilities. • Collaborated with sales teams to develop enablement content. Promoted market mindshare through speaking engagements and dynamic presentations. • CTO for service lines. Explored new technologies and innovative solutions. Head of PMO Consulting.• Developed and refined service offerings in technology consulting, strategy consulting, and product management.• Oversaw the execution of data center migration projects, cybersecurity initiatives, and IT transformation programs. • Oversaw lifecycle of consulting services and products. Defined and developed cross-portfolio products and services that spanned multiple disciplines, such as program and project management. • Oversaw service delivery operations, including demand fulfillment, service management, and project execution, to meet client expectations, deliverables, and SLOs. • Built and nurtured strategic partnerships with vendors, resellers, and partners to enhance service offerings.
  • Unisys
    Director Security Services Products
    Unisys Nov 2010 - May 2011
    Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, Us
    Accountable for $40MM Security Products & Services. Responsible for defining practice/GTM strategy and roadmap, pre-sales/pursuit, product management, partner integration, vendor selection and management, engineering, implementation, and on-going service delivery. • Offerings: Product Management, Professional Services, Cybersecurity Consulting.• Disciplines: Product management for proprietary security products and solutions, solution implementation services, risk advisory services, security incident response, security consultation services, and identity platforms & services. Key Accomplishments:• Conducted market analysis and identified opportunities for product and service expansion in the federal security sector. • Oversaw the financial performance, revenue, expenses, and profitability. • Led teams involved in product management, professional services, and cybersecurity consulting. • Collaborated with sales teams to drive growth and market penetration.• Established and maintained strong relationships with federal clients. • Explored new technologies and innovative solutions to address evolving cybersecurity threats. • Assisted clients in navigating complex regulatory requirements and standards to ensure compliance and mitigate risk.• Engineered and implemented scalable and resilient security solutions to protect federal clients' critical assets and data. Oversaw the execution of security projects, from design through implementation, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to quality standards. • Oversaw the product lifecycle of security products and services. Expanded the portfolio to address a wide range of federal security requirements and use cases.• Managed relationships with vendors and partners, negotiating contracts and agreements to ensure favorable terms and conditions for the organization. Worked collaboratively with vendors and partners to integrate their solutions into the portfolio and deliver integrated security solutions.
  • Unisys
    Director Managed Security Services Products
    Unisys Jul 2009 - Oct 2010
    Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, Us
    Accountable for $50MM MSSP portfolio and SOC services with 65+ analysts and engineers globally. Responsible for global MSSP outsourcing, cultivating major clients, product development, SOC, security monitoring, compliance, and client protection. • Offerings: Managed Security Services.• Disciplines: Security Operations, SIEM, Monitoring, Troubleshooting, Engineering, CIRT, and Computer Forensics. Key Accomplishments:• Developed strategy for the MSSP division. • Drove +12% increase in revenue, YoY with “Product Attach” model to drive pull-through. Implemented global GTM strategy, resulting in a greater than 100% improvement in services pipeline within 12 months and 21% increase in client bookings.• Led team of 65+ analysts and engineers globally. Supervised employees and assessed performances to determine training needs. • Increased customer retention with unique discount options while driving interest in new product lines. • Business strategy leader for cost recovery initiatives with security and network service delivery teams to streamline tooling, resulting in a 12% reduction in operational costs. • Provided expert advice and insights to clients on security operations, incident response, compliance, and risk management. • Oversaw the execution of complex security operations, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to SLA's.• Oversaw the entire lifecycle of managed security services products, from ideation and development to launch and ongoing support. Led product managers and engineering teams. Developed and maintained a roadmap, prioritizing features and enhancements based on client feedback and market demand. • Implemented robust processes and QA measures to ensure the consistent delivery. Oversaw service delivery operations, including security operations, monitoring, incident response, and computer forensics.• Built and nurtured strategic partnerships with vendors and partners.
  • Unisys
    Director, Emea Enterprise Security Services And Products
    Unisys Jun 2006 - Jul 2009
    Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, Us
    Accountable for $20MM Enterprise Security Consulting Services and CISO Advisory in Europe, United Kingdom, and South Africa. Responsible for service line strategy, operations, P&L/budget, portfolio, sales enablement, partners, GTM, pre-sales/pursuit, and delivery. • Offerings: CISO Advisory, Security Consulting, Professional Services, Product Management.• Disciplines: Interim CISO and CISO Advisory, cybersecurity transformation, M&A security integration, security assessment, security verification, penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, security engineering, security remediation, security compliance, software engineering of security products and integrations.Key Accomplishments:• Crafted a comprehensive strategy for EMEA to address regional markets. Led expansion into Europe, the United Kingdom, and South Africa.• Oversaw financials, ensuring profitability and cost-effectiveness. Drove 19% revenue growth YoY. • Mentored 31 Security Architects. Provided guidance and leadership to the regional teams. • Established security centers in London, Amsterdam, Warsaw, Prague, Milan, Paris, and Madrid. Provided sales enablement.• Developed an Executive IT and Security Modernization Program. Co-founder of Unisys Trusted Enterprise Framework and Unisys Global Security Index.• Provided expert advice to clients on enterprise security best practices, risk management, and regulatory compliance. • Designed and implemented scalable and resilient security solutions to protect client assets and data. Oversaw the execution of complex security projects. • Oversaw the development and management of security product portfolio. Pioneered "Risk Intelligence" offerings for financial services and retail verticals based on transactional risk for security and fraud correlation. • Oversaw service delivery operations. Led process improvement and efficiency enhancement.• Built and nurtured strategic partnerships with vendors and partners.
  • Unisys
    Director Identity & Access Management Products And Services
    Unisys Jun 2004 - Jun 2006
    Blue Bell, Pennsylvania, Us
    Accountable for $30MM Identity and Access Management (IAM) services with 17 direct reports. Responsible for platform and product management, quality assurance, release, and implementation of complex IAM security products and solutions. • Offerings: Product Management, Identity Consulting Services, IAM Professional Services.• Disciplines: Identity and access management, identity transformation, M&A security integration, risk management, compliance management, privileged access management, identity governance.Key Accomplishments:• Formulated strategy for IAM services. Proactively identified emerging trends in IAM and security. Implemented strategies to enhance the competitiveness. • Oversaw a $30MM IAM services portfolio. Managed financial resources. Maximized ROI. Implemented cost-saving initiatives.• Led 17 IAM Architects and Product Engineers. Supported professional growth and development.• Collaborated with sales teams. Delivered consultative workshops. Guest speaker at conferences and consortiums. Cultivated relationships with key clients. Generated customer prospects. Sales enablement.• Explored new technologies and solutions. Assessed emerging technologies and trends. Cultivated continuous improvement.• Develop and implement business and operational models for IAM solutions. Conduct roadmap and innovation assessments. Offered expert advice and insights to clients. Developed and delivered innovative IAM solutions. Provided guidance on industry standards and regulations.• Designed and implemented scalable and resilient IAM solutions. Oversaw the execution of complex IAM projects. Maintained high standards of technical excellence.• Led the definition, development, and delivery of IAM solutions. Develop new IAM and security offerings. Oversaw IAM product portfolio. • Implemented processes and QA measures. Oversaw IAM service delivery operations.• Built and nurtured partnerships with IAM vendors and partners.
  • Epresence
    Master Enterprise Architect
    Epresence Jun 1998 - Jun 2004
    Various roles. Accountable as technical leader for on-site professional services for solutions. Responsible for Enterprise architectures (applications, information, network, infrastructure, database, middleware and front-end, security), technology modernization, data center migration, M&A integration, system integration, IT engineering, and DR/resiliency. Key Accomplishments:• Developed and communicated a comprehensive technology vision and roadmap. Recognized and prioritized strategic initiatives. • Oversaw budget allocation and resource utilization. Optimized costs. Maximized ROI. Identified opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.• Led team of professionals. Fostered mentorship and excellence. Assembled and developed cross-functional teams. Drove collaboration and knowledge sharing.• Provided technical expertise to sales teams. Collaborated to develop effective GTM messaging. Identified and pursued new business opportunities.• Championed a culture of innovation. Evaluated new technologies and methodologies. Directed R&D efforts to explore new architectural paradigms.• Designed and developed architectural solutions. Advised clients on industry best practices, standards, and frameworks.• Designed scalable, resilient, and secure enterprise architectures. Oversaw the implementation of architectural solutions. Orchestrated the integration of diverse systems and technologies.• Managed a portfolio of architectural assets. Defined and enforced architectural standards and guidelines. Evaluated and recommended architectural tools, platforms, and technologies.• Established and enforced service quality standards and metrics. Managed service delivery operations. Proactively addressed service issues and client concerns.• Cultivated and managed relationships. Negotiated contracts and agreements.
  • Compaq Computer Corporation
    Mis Lead Server Manager & Software Engineer
    Compaq Computer Corporation 1994 - 1998
    Houston, Texas, Us

Rene Head Skills

It Strategy Cloud Computing Enterprise Software Enterprise Architecture Data Center It Service Management Security Consulting Integration It Management Strategy Program Management Strategic Planning Itil Management Virtualization Service Delivery Solution Architecture Pre Sales Information Security Professional Services Information Technology Project Management Disaster Recovery Outsourcing Vendor Management Leadership Saas Storage Solution Selling Infrastructure Business Intelligence It Outsourcing Computer Security P&l Management It Operations Architecture Cissp Pmp Business Analysis Network Security Information Security Management Business Strategy Soa Business Development Governance Technology Pre Sales Partner Management Sales Management Organizational Leadership

Rene Head Education Details

  • Texas A&M University
    Texas A&M University
    Computer Science
  • 26 Years Of Leadership Experience
    26 Years Of Leadership Experience
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