Resume
Strategic IT executive with a track record of driving enterprise-wide digital transformation, optimizing IT spend, and leading high-impact AI and automation initiatives. Adept at aligning technology with business goals, governance, and velocity.
Professional Experience
CIO
Led enterprise IT strategy, governance, and digital transformation, overseeing cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, and business intelligence operations.
Key Contributions:
- AI-driven automations and processes, optimizing resource allocation and customer engagement
- Established comprehensive IT governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing data security
- Managed a hybrid IT team and multiple MSP and development partners, delivering scalable infrastructure to support growth
- Migrated all core IT infrastructure to the cloud, improving system resilience, scalability, and remote workforce enablement
- Strengthened cybersecurity posture, implementing globally-oriented policies, multi-factor auth/auth, and continuous risk assessment frameworks
SVP, Information Technology
Managed IT infrastructure, audits, and technology initiatives to ensure system resilience and readiness for growth.
Key Contributions:
- Directed IT staff and led projects to improve service delivery, optimize systems, and prepare the organization with future-facing technology
- Implemented both Salesforce CRM and Hubspot marketing automation to replace legacy solutions
Owner and Principal Consultant
Provided strategic IT leadership for startup, SME, and enterprise clients, focusing on IT governance, vendor management, compliance, and product development.
Key Contributions:
- Led full product and system development lifecycles, from concept to launch, delivering scalable technology solutions for a variety of clients (including AAPL)
- Implemented IT governance frameworks to enhance security, regulatory compliance, and risk management
Chief Technology Officer
Designed and launched an API-driven compliance platform, enabling secure, automated, SEC-compliant verification for equity crowdfunding transactions.
Key Contributions:
- Developed and implemented CrowdSIP protocol, creating a scalable infrastructure for a secondary market in equity crowdfunding
- Built a high-availability, distributed API, ensuring secure transactions for exposed services via Apigee
Owner and Principal Consultant
Led numerous projects across multiple products with hundreds of releases, delivering scalable technology solutions across industries.
Key Contributions:
- Designed and deployed tailored technology solutions, optimizing business workflows and customer engagement
Cofounder | VP, Product Development
Built a craft distillery from concept to commercialization, launching four unique spirits into retail and distribution.
Key Contributions:
- Developed operational and product standards, optimizing production and quality control
- Exited via sale to Lafayette Distilling (Buffalo, NY)
Education
MM
BM
Core Competencies
Technology Leadership
- IT Strategy
- Digital Transformation
- Cloud & Infrastructure (AWS, Azure)
- Business Intelligence & Analytics
Governance & Compliance
- IT Governance
- Cybersecurity
- Risk Management
- Compliance (GDPR et al, NIST, Data Privacy)
Business & Operations
- Cross-Functional Leadership
- New Product and Category Development
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- AI & Automation Initiatives
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