Focused on post-acquisition carve-out and merger integration support, IT & operational performance improvement, and interim CIO services. Extensive experience in complex private equity funded transactions including carve-outs, multi-national, and highly technology enabled companies. Highlights of Mr. Bergmann’s engagements include:* Led the IT workstream for the carve-out of a $500M bakery from a Fortune 50 company. Efforts included selecting and implementing ERP, CMMS, demand planning, and travel and expense management software, design and install infrastructure as a service services to replace legacy LAN equipment, install internet and VOIP circuits, and support the recruitment and onboarding of key IT personnel. * Led the pre-acquisition review of IT software systems and infrastructure for a food safety company. Prior to close of acquisition led an eleven week effort for the selection and implementation of ERP system, installation of internet circuits, build-out of LAN infrastructure and the provisioning of IT assets for personnel in 17 countries.* Previously, Mr. Bergmann provided architectural design support for the expansion of a software-as-a-service integrated asset management solution for a large entertainment services company.* Recently, Mr. Bergmann led the selection and implementation of multiple enterprise solutions for a PE-backed $125M provider of cyber-security services. Led projects involving: selection and implementation of new ERP system, new PSA solution, new travel and expense management software, new applicant tracking system, and a new HRIS solution, as well as redesigning business processes to leverage new capabilities and systems.

Arventis, Inc. is an information technology strategy and management consulting company that provides business improvement services to better align information technology with business goals to drive bottom line performance and growth. Company focus is on enterprise software selection and implementation, technology roadmapping, IT portfolio management, sourcing strategy and execution and IT governance.***Led ERP requirements definition and system selection project. Baselined client corporate business processes and established “to-be” processes, reviewed tools against capability to deliver future state processes, orchestrated capability demonstration, selection of Microsoft Dynamics GP and Fieldpoint Services, and supported contract negotiations with vendors.*** Led IT operations assessment for an action sports product manufacturer. Assessment reviewed core financial and operational systems, infrastructure, IT security, and internet storefront. Provided recommendations for addressing identified vulnerabilities, increasing service delivery maturity and a two year roadmap for improvements.*** Directed RFP development and vendor selection for government organization. Project provided for technology infrastructure upgrade supporting core operations at 70 sites and covered fixed, mobile, and wireless networking operations.

Driving client success through the alignment of technology investments with business strategy, selection and implementation of ERP and CRM software systems, and process optimization. Established NetSuite Practice in the Western US. Recruited and led team in the implementation of NetSuite for clients in the food and beverage, manufacturing, retail, not-for-profit, natural beauty products and services industries.*** Led NetSuite implementation for manufacturing client in natural beauty products industry. Implementation enabled increased through workload and improved processes for sales, manufacturing, inventory management and MRP, finance, and purchasing without increase in staff. *** Performed technology due diligence assessment and industry analysis for private equity firm acquisition of an IT Outsourcing company. Assessment provided review of company infrastructure and IT staffing, as well as an analysis of the prospective acquisition's ability to perform in the IT Outsourcing market.*** Delivered technology assessment for Native American casino. Assessment reviewed alignment with business strategy, IT organization, software and infrastructure. Provided roadmap and recommendations for improving operations, alignment with business strategy and customer satisfaction.

The MIT Enterprise Forum of San Diego is a volunteer, non-profit organization whose mission is to educate and encourage entrepreneurs, as well as facilitate access to finance and other opportunities within the vibrant San Diego community of business leaders, technologists & capital and service providers. *** Grew operating cash reserves more than 500% in three years. *** Rengineered processes to recruit and retain membership, resulting in membership growth of more than 15%.*** Chaired Annual Wine Social and grew attendance from 100 to 800 in three years. Event is now one of San Diego’s premiere summer networking events.

General Manager for division, providing sales, implementation, and consulting services for NetSuite, Sage Master Builder, Sage Timberline Office, Sage Timberline Enterprise, MAS 90/200 and Sage CRM, as well as help desk and managed services product offerings.

HowCanIHelpYou.com is an affordable, comprehensive, employment strategy portal. For those seeking jobs, as well as those who are employed and seeking to enhance their careers, HowCanIHelpYou.com provides an integrated set of best-in-class tools, coupled with a unique approach that allows the job seeker to speed up their job search. Responsible for developing business model, defining website architecture, establishing business processes, negotiating licensing agreements with technology partners, and defining initial market verticals.

Management Consultancy providing a total organization approach to business success that identifies, measures, and develops enterprise-wide strategies for excellent leadership and superior performance.*** Directed team in a business process optimization and software selection project to replace multiple legacy human resources and financial management systems for a large information services provider. Worked with line employees to define future state business processes enabled by new system and with easily identifiable metrics to promote and measure adoption. *** Led ERP requirements definition and system selection project for a fabless semiconductor company. Baselined corporate business processes and established "to-be" processes, reviewed tools against capability to deliver on future state processes and orchestrated demonstration of capabilities and worked with company to negotiate final contract with selected vendors. *** Guided team in developing an IT strategic plan for a large government agency. Strategic plan clarified the business vision and direction, improved alignment to and communication with the business and ensured that IT organization was focused on the most critical issues.

With $1B in annual revenue, Gartner is the world's leading provider of research and analysis on the global information technology industry providing data, advice and consulting support to clients worldwide.; Established Gartner Federal Services practice in the Western United States. Directed teams in the establishment of market strategy and identification and capture of opportunities. Built client relationships, successfully delivered services, and managed projects to profitability.Selected Achievements:For Department of Energy Research Laboratory - Guided team in developing an IT strategic plan for a large government agency. Strategic plan clarified the business vision and direction, improved alignment to and communication with the business and ensured that IT organization was focused on the most critical issues.For Department of Defense Combatant Command - Directed the evaluation of existing enterprise storage environment and strategy against industry best practices. Used Gartner Architecture Framework for evaluation and comparison.For Department of Energy Research Laboratory - Guided team in assessing the status of the information security program. Developed structured transformation program to help client optimize security processes, balance cost and risk, and communicate value.

One of the world's largest business consulting, systems integration, and managed services firms serving Global 2000 companies, medium-sized businesses, government agencies, and other organizations.; Recruited to catalyze multimillion-dollar revenue growth by broadening solution offerings and delivery abilities of practice. Provided leadership in business process re-engineering, building financial models, developing and implementing information systems security architectures, and devising portfolio management strategies & solutions designed to help clients, reduce costs, and access business-critical information on a timely basis. Supported the pursuit and capture of large-scale opportunities exceeding $100 million and managed executive-level relationships with major clients. Served as technical lead on select proposals.Selected Achievements:*** Directed team in organizational assessment and business process optimization of current program management, reporting and tracking processes for worldwide IT acquisition organization. Proposed recommended enterprise and process changes and enterprise program management software solutions. Determined ROI and payback period for necessary investment.*** Led the development of and directed the West Coast implementation of a biometrically enabled, smart-card-based credential for the transportation industry. System provided for authentication of up to 12 million applicants/users and incorporated multiple biometrics (fingerprint, hand geometry, facial geometry, and iris scan) as both reference and operational biometrics to enable physical and logical access to sites and networks.*** Served as the technical lead and principal architect for the development of Department-wide enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation. The implementation will provide support for 11 key business processes for 80,000 people in all eight bureaus of the department.

Promoted to provide management and execution of a $67 million technical and support services contract with a major client. Guided internal team of 60 and coordinated activities of sub-contractor teams from 9 companies. Oversaw communications programs’ systems and engineering support, program and acquisition management support, and development/execution of strategies for multibillion-dollar programs.

Earned merit-based promotion to manage a 34-person team and provide full oversight for administration, maintenance, and expansion of a 2,500-user WAN providing services and applications support to users in 12 facilities and 3 geographic locations. Oversaw design, maintenance and provisioning of all network-related equipment, including fiber backbone, servers, routers, cabling, printers, and PCs.

Mulitple positions providing aviation logistics support to naval aircraft squadrons. Served as department head on USS BOONE (FFG-28) providing supply chain management support for ship, payroll, foodservice and general store for ships crew of 190 and embarked helicopter squadron personnel.

Managed all payables for primary subsidiary, Travl Car Rent-a-Car, and its 28 locations. Oversaw staff of 4 clerks.