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What do I do? Fix Problems

As simple as that.

I help organizations use technology, data, automation, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to improve operations, reduce costs, strengthen cybersecurity, and accelerate business growth. As a CIO and executive technology leader, I work with executive teams to align IT strategy with business objectives, ensuring technology becomes a competitive advantage not simply a support function.

For more than 15 years, I have led enterprise technology initiatives across manufacturing, distribution, and service organizations. My experience spans digital transformation, ERP modernization, cloud migrations, cybersecurity, infrastructure, financial systems, business intelligence, and AI-driven process improvement. Whether leading a company-wide ERP implementation or helping an employee automate a repetitive task, my focus is always on delivering measurable business value.

I partner closely with CEOs, CFOs, COOs, and business leaders to evaluate business challenges and implement scalable solutions that improve efficiency, increase visibility, and support long-term growth. My leadership style combines strategic planning with hands-on technical expertise, allowing me to communicate effectively in both the boardroom and on the production floor.

Today's organizations need more than traditional IT, they need intelligent systems that provide actionable insights. I help businesses leverage AI to automate workflows, improve decision-making, enhance customer service, generate meaningful analytics, strengthen cybersecurity, and increase employee productivity while maintaining strong governance and data security.

Throughout my career I have successfully:

- Led enterprise ERP implementations, upgrades, and cloud migrations

- Modernized enterprise infrastructure and Microsoft 365 environments

- Consolidated multi-site operations and standardized IT processes

- Reduced IT operating costs while improving service levels

- Implemented cybersecurity, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity programs

- Built executive dashboards and real-time reporting solutions

- Automated business processes using ERP workflows, Microsoft Power Platform, AI, and custom integrations

- Integrated acquisitions and standardized enterprise technology environments

- Implemented VoIP, networking, and enterprise collaboration platforms

- Developed technology roadmaps aligned with business strategy and financial goals

Core Areas of Expertise

- Executive IT Leadership

- CIO Advisory & Technology Strategy

- Digital Transformation

- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy & Business Automation

- ERP Strategy, Selection, Implementation & Optimization

- Manufacturing Systems

- Distribution Systems

- Financial Systems

- Business Process Improvement

- Cloud Architecture & Migration

- Microsoft 365 & Azure

- Cybersecurity & Risk Management

- Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

- Data Analytics & Business Intelligence

- Executive Reporting & KPIs

- SQL & Database Management

- Power BI & Dashboard Development

- Systems Integration & APIs

- EDI Integration

- Infrastructure & Network Modernization

- Vendor & Budget Management

- Mergers & Acquisitions Technology Integration

- IT Governance & Compliance

- Team Leadership & Organizational Development

Enterprise Systems & Technologies

ERP Platforms

- Epicor ERP (8/9/10 & Kinetic)

- IQMS / DELMIAWorks

- JD Edward’s

- Quickbooks

- SAP /4 Hana

- Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM

- CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote)

- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Manufacturing & Supply Chain

- Production Management

- Material Requirements Planning (MRP)

- Material Management

- Inventory & Warehouse Management

- Multi-Site Manufacturing

- Engineering

- Shop Floor Automation

- Order Management

- Quote Management

- Procurement

- Supply Chain Optimization

Finance & Reporting

- General Ledger

- Accounts Payable

- Accounts Receivable

- Financial Reporting

- Executive Dashboards

- Power BI

- SQL

- SSRS

- Crystal Reports

- XL Connect

- Business Activity Queries (BAQs)

Data & Integration

- Data Migration

- Data Conversion

- Data Migration Tool (DMT)

- API Integrations

- EDI

- Insite Manifest

- Advanced Print Management (APM/APR)

- BarTender Label Printing

- Zapier/Workato/Boomi

- Website Front End & Back End

- E-commerce

- Mailchimp

Cloud, Infrastructure & Security

- Microsoft 365/Google

- Azure

- Cloud Infrastructure

- Backup & Disaster Recovery

- Identity & Access Management

- Cybersecurity

- Network Infrastructure

- VoIP

- Endpoint Management

- Business Continuity