David S. Ronis

Mobile Phone: 301-***-**** Email: ac3rpx@r.postjobfree.com Address: North Bethesda, Maryland

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-ronis-b179612/

Profile

World-class senior leader in IT strategy, operations, application integration, systems installation and enterprise solutions. Widely known for applying an entrepreneurial spirit in cross-cultural environments with experience in both medium and large-sized global organizations. Experience with B2B, B2C, multi-channel, government contracting, privately held, and publicly traded companies. Depth of knowledge leading culture adoption and change, change management, adapting to new technologies, IT and telco.

Seeking a new permanent or contract IT leadership role where I can positively contribute to a greater organizational mission by employing my experience, knowledge, skills, and a general thirst for learning and growth.

Team Building/Leadership

Project Management

IT Strategic Planning

Business Transformation

P&L/Budget Accountability

Financial Management

Contract Negotiation, Contract Monitoring

Technology Solution Roadmaps

M&A Integration

Process Outsourcing

Change Management

Disaster Recovery/Business Continuity Planning

Sarbanes/Oxley Compliance

Data Security/Risk Management

Legal Discovery (IT)

Technology for Digital Transformation

Application Development and Integration

Multi-Site IT Management

Cloud Conversions (SaaS, IaaS, PaaS)

Telecommunications Systems

Global Service Delivery

VOIP/Telecom Implementation

System Integration & Migration

Process Improvement

Policy/Procedure Development

ERP

Ecommerce

Core Competencies & Technical Proficiency

Exceptional communication skills both at the C-Level and at the technical level.

Excellent problem solving, analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

Strong affinity for information technology and extensive knowledge about current and future technologies.

Full lifecycle experience in scoping, designing, developing, deploying, and supporting enterprise-scale business systems and telecommunications equipment.

In-depth knowledge of many web applications, database platforms, and hardware systems.

Competency in translating business issues into technical solutions including technical leadership and coordination, and ensuring customer needs are met.

Outstanding leadership abilities; able to coordinate and direct all phases of project-based efforts while initiating efficient customer support initiatives.

SAP, Oracle, Microsoft CRM, Dynamics SL, MS Office 365, Ecommerce

Career Overview

Royal DSM NV, Parsippany, New Jersey (Life Sciences, Material Sciences, Manufacturing) 2011 – Present

Affiliate Manager – North America IT Operations (2011 – Present)

Regional representative to the Global IT organization. Accountable for IT operations serving 38 plant and office sites

Accountable Project Owner for the IT integration of 5 acquired companies, 1900 users

Created processes and procedures to streamline the IT integration activities after acquisition

Created an integration framework that was used to integrate IT systems and staff from acquired companies

Responsible for regional technical footprint including 250 hosted servers (on and off-premises), 3,000 end-users

Ensured all regional sites are in compliance with the Corporate Operational Auditing regulations

Supervised Service Delivery Managers, Network Engineers, Security Officers and System Engineers, Desktop Support

Dedicated Business and Information Services Director (DBIS) for North America (2015 – Present)

Supervise regional application development and infrastructure teams

Support 15 North American sites across 5 Business Groups

Participated in a global effort to harmonize the Systems Management tooling used in within DBIS worldwide.

Responsible for creating and maintaining regional SLAs for operating business units in the region

Martek Biosciences, Inc., Columbia, Maryland (Life Sciences, Manufacturing, R&D) 2005 – 2011

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Accountable for developing IT strategic planning and business alignment. Organized communications to corporate management team through an internal steering committee.

Ensured Sarbanes-Oxley compliance

Supervised the full IT function supporting 4 US locations (2 plants, R&D facility, HQ)

Responsible for delivering all IT services across the company including telecommunications, application development, infrastructure management, and Service Desk

Motivated staff and kept skills sharp based on internal needs. Created performance appraisals, employee development plans, coached and mentored staff

Implemented security controls and procedures to cost-effectively secure information assets and systems from accidental, intentional and malicious breeches

Managed a $7 million operating and capital budget

Managed implementation of full MPLS network to connect all locations – saving over $250,000 annually

Managed mobile phones and mobile vendor contracts

EYT, Inc. (Spin-off of Ernst & Young Technologies, Inc.) Chantilly, Virginia (Professional Services) 2003 – 2005

Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Responsible for all internal hardware and software deployments to 150 professional service staff

License management for all customer-facing and internal deployments

Member of the Corporate Management Team

Responsible for guidance and decisions relating to software selection used for productivity, business management, and operations

Accountable for developing IT strategic planning and business alignment.

Responsible for delivering all internal IT services including mobile phones, telecommunications, audio-visual, hardware procurement, application development, infrastructure management, and Service Desk

Managed internal IT staff and responsible for employee development plans and performance evaluations

Information Resource Associates, Inc., Silver Spring, Maryland (Professional Services, Govt. Contracting) 1985 – 2003

Co-Founder and Principal

Grew company from the ground up to 30 professional staff

Orchestrated company sale to EYT, Inc

Managed engagements and new business development for Federal Government and private sector clients

Managed operations including internal systems, telecommunications, lease management, and supplier contract negotiations

Occasionally made coffee, discarded trash, and put out fires

Education & Certifications

Carnegie-Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA MBA with concentration in Information Systems

George Washington University Washington, DC BBA – Accounting

Babson College Wellesley, MA Management Leadership Program Graduate

PMP Silver Level Certified

PMP Review Team Certified

Certified Public Accountant – District of Columbia

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