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AARON SPITALNICK, PMP, CSM, MBA, CSPO

Smyrna, GA 404-***-**** *****.**********@*****.*** DIRECTOR – INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGY PLANNING SYSTEM UPGRADES & MIGRATIONS DISASTER RECOVERY & BUSINESS CONTINUITY Multi-faceted IT leader with extensive experience in driving strategic technology initiatives and overseeing complex IT operations. Track record of optimizing IT infrastructure, reducing costs, and enhancing efficiency through innovative solutions and process improvements. Instrumental in aligning IT strategies with overall business objectives as well as delivering measurable results that contribute to organizational success.

Adept at leading large-scale digital transformation projects and leveraging emerging technologies to drive business growth and competitive advantage

Expertise in areas of cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance, ensuring data protection and regulatory adherence

Provided leadership to cross-functional teams through training, mentorship, career developmental support, and coaching

Expertise in bridging the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders to drive consensus and achieve goals

Demonstration of effective communication skills with an array of people—understanding cultural dynamics and building an inclusive work environment

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Information Technology Management Technical Support & Troubleshooting Stakeholder Management

Leadership, Mentorship & Coaching Recruitment & Talent Retention IT Policy Development

Cloud Solutions Implementation Infrastructure Optimization Infrastructure Audits

Learning Management Systems Security & Compliance Deep Data Analysis

Budgeting & Cost Controls Risk Mitigation Best Practices

Business Acumen Learning Management Systems School Information Systems PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ATLANTA SPEECH SCHOOL Atlanta, GA 2012 – Present Director of Information Technology

Led IT operations for all divisions of The Atlanta Speech School, ensuring seamless integration and optimization of technological resources. Align technology priorities with business requirements through meticulous analysis of department and job-related needs. Utilize leadership skills to steer cross-functional project teams focused on delivering projects on schedule as well as within scope and budget while ensuring adherence to quality standards and client requirements. Cultivated a positive work atmosphere with a keen focus on promoting innovation, collaboration, and accountability. Communicated with project stakeholders, including clients, team members, and senior management to provide regular project updates, address concerns, and manage expectations.

Developed, implemented, and tested disaster recovery and business continuity plans aimed at ensuring the maintenance of a secure backup system

Formulated, monitored, and exercised control over information technology operating budgets while conducting thorough cost and benefit analyses for strategic IT spending initiatives

Ensured timely resolution and minimized project disruptions by identifying project risks and developing mitigation strategies

Developed IT policies/procedures to ensure compliance with the HIPAA cybersecurity framework for the Clinic entity ACHIEVEMENTS:

Devised and executed technical application support and information technology policies, fostering continuous innovation while ensuring responsible risk-taking to enhance investment outcomes and performance metrics

Provided strong leadership via coaching and mentorship to teams related to IT, administration and other departments

Executed the migration of legacy applications to cutting-edge cloud-based solutions, which resulted in streamlining processes and significantly optimizing bandwidth utilization FRAZIER AND DEETER, LLC Atlanta, GA 2000 – 2012

Director of Information Technology

Oversaw all facets of technology operations for a multi-state accounting firm with special emphasis on ensuring seamless technological support, enhanced productivity, and streamlined processes. Remained current on technological advancements, emerging standards, and information systems regulations for both the accounting firm and financial planning firm—aligning AARON SPITALNICK DIRECTOR – IT 404-***-**** *****.**********@*****.*** Page 2 strategies with evolving technology goals. Collaborated with management teams to strategize, develop, coordinate, and execute technical initiatives aligned with the firm's and departmental visions, missions, and objectives.

Tracked/monitored project progress by developing project plans, including scope, schedule, budget and risk management

Provided daily coaching to team and led performance reviews while delivering constructive feedback

Overhauled infrastructure to facilitate/enhance a hybrid work environment, meet evolving organizational needs, and expedite the process of opening remote locations

ACHIEVEMENTS:

Optimized costs, mitigated risks, and ensured the delivery of high-quality IT services and solutions through strategic management of IT budgets, resources, and vendor relationships

Prevented latency and downtime by conducting regular audits/tests of infrastructure and applications

Played a key role in the recruitment, hiring, training, and mentoring of IT staff

Improved record retention, decreased costs of paper/storage, and increased ease of access to client files by implementing a document management solution

CAREER ACHIEVEMENTS

Provided multiple teams with progressive leadership—helping guide their careers through mentorship and support

Applied understanding of successfully approaching and leading a variety of projects while managing budgets, milestones, teams and risk

Lauded for ability to manage complex issues and risks by developing and implementing solutions

Continually updated skills and expertise through specialized training and higher education

Management of multiple projects that enhance complex IT operations—minimizing downtimes, implementing new technologies and increasing efficiencies in services CERTIFICATIONS

Project Management Professional (PMP) Project Management Institute Certified Scrum Master (CSM) Scrum Alliance

Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) Scrum Alliance EDUCATION

Master of Business Administration Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, GA Bachelor of Science – Geology University of Georgia Athens, GA

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