A resourceful, strategic IT leader. I conceive, develop, and implement programs, projects, and processes to advance institutions. Throughout my career, I regularly apply best practices either full-time or as a consultant to numerous colleges and universities throughout the country. I expertly orchestrate IT organizations in alignment with institutional direction and needs. I find efficiencies and help institutions thrive even when challenged with limited resources. Further, I am passionate about continuous professional growth and development –guiding IT personnel to become professionals who are highly responsive and effective.Also, an experienced project manager, I have led multiple ERP software implementations and numerous infrastructure projects. I have coordinated technology specifications and designs of building projects up to $22 million including college libraries, public libraries, science buildings, and nursing/surgical simulation centers.I have served in IT leadership roles for over 30 years. My career started as a professor teaching courses and conducting research in computer science and mathematics. I also developed a commercial quality assurance application using AI techniques for Pioneer Hi-Bred International in Johnston, Iowa serving as a Consulting Technical Analyst.Specialties: Strategic planning and budgeting, IT assessment/consulting, IT benchmarks, analytics, staff development, organizational management, teaching and training, ERP, project management, streamlining business processes, VOIP, software selection, ITIL Foundations
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