Robert Wheeler

"Setbacks are unavoidable, giving up is inexcusable" I enjoy collaborating, working with people on the business side and the tech side. Collaboration shows what groups can do together, and what we can accomplish. Led the development and implementation of a new cloud-based recruiting platform that resulted in a 20% reduction in IT costs, and increased revenue by over $200k per month for this startup. Led the Design, architecture and development of a global talent solution application for Publicis/D’Arcy, reaching nearly 90K employees. Developed a new tech for good(non-profit) mobile app that has been downloaded over 1 million times. Secured $10 million in funding for 3 technology startups, with 2 exits. Published several articles in online technology publications. As a player/coach and a seasoned hands on Technology Leader with over 20 years of experience, I love to dig into customer problems and solve them with modern technology. I create, scale and optimize business portfolios that matter. To accomplish this, I focus on delivering key outcomes, building amazing teams and quickly adapting to new learnings. I am dedicated to driving innovation, leading technology teams, and shaping the digital future of organizations. My career is built on a foundation of creating strategic technology roadmaps that align with business objectives and empower companies to thrive in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, with a focus on leading AGILE I.T teams My teams are about one thing, company growth($), save the company($), and save the company time($)I have enjoyed many executive positions throughout my career in technology, sw development and strategy. My personal and professional experiences have taught me the following about myself: - I put the customer and the business at the center of all that I do. I can align, lead and grow world-class tech teams from 10 to 100 people. - I love to win, but helping the team win gives me greater joy - I speak tech and exec - I tell great narratives - The buck always stops with me LEADERSHIP: * Lead with a strategic, action-oriented mindset that is focused on performance, accountability, and outcomes. * Maneuver comfortably through complex policy, process, and people-related organizational and system dynamics. * Be a role model and serve as an active talent champion, coach, mentor, and connector. * Build trust and serve as a helpful and contributing colleague. * Champion an inclusive environment to support the System’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion objectives.