Dan Adams

About Dan Adams

I am a Senior IT Executive with over 20 years of experience aligning technology with business strategy to drive growth, operational excellence, and innovation. As VP of IT at 4Wall Entertainment, a leading provider of lighting, video, and rigging solutions for the entertainment industry, I oversee the IT strategy and operations that support exceptional customer service and quality delivery across the USA and internationally.Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a proven ability to guide executive teams, business unit leaders, and IT staff through complex technological transformations. My mission is to deliver innovative, reliable, and secure IT solutions that enable business success while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and operational resilience.My key competencies include IT governance and security, risk management, infrastructure design, and cybersecurity strategy. I have extensive experience leading enterprise IT strategies that align with corporate objectives, enhance revenue growth, and support global expansion. Additionally, I have hands-on leadership experience in regional and global outsourcing, insourcing, acquisitions, and divestitures, including post-merger integrations and large-scale deployments.I hold an active CISSP certification and a Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, equipping me with the expertise to address today’s most pressing technological challenges. My background spans infrastructure design and implementation, security strategy and operations, risk management, and large-scale change management.My combination of technical expertise, strategic vision, and governance experience makes me an ideal candidate for board and advisory roles. I am particularly well-suited to organizations seeking leaders who can guide cybersecurity strategy, IT governance, and digital transformation initiatives. I bring a unique perspective that bridges the gap between technology and business, helping boards navigate risk, seize opportunities, and drive innovation.

Experience

1. VP of Information Technology

   4Wall Entertainment

   Oct 2016 — Present · Las Vegas, NV, US

   Founded in 4Wall Entertainment is a full-service lighting, video, and rigging company servicing all facets of the entertainment industry – from corporate events and theatre to concert touring and television. Our offerings include rentals and services, new and used sales, and permanent installations. 4Wall services customers coast to coast in the USA and internationally via our locations in the United Kingdom.

Education

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor's degree, Business—Information Technology Management

  2012 — 2014

• Western Governors University

  Master's degree, Cybersecurity - Information Assurance

• Brigham Young University

  Major Chemical Engineering

  1994 — 1997

• Dixie State University

  Degree of Associate of Arts and Science, Emphasis in Chemistry

  1989 — 1993

Skills

• Hp Bladecenters, Eva
• Microsoft Sqlserver 2003-2008 – Administration and Implementation
• Strategic & Business Planning
• Telecom - Avaya, Cisco, Mitel, Harris
• Payroll Systems – Kronos, Adp, Progress, Open4, Timekeeper
• Wan/Lan – Ipvpn, Mpls, Dmvpn, T-1, T-3, Cable, Dsl, Adsl
• Change Management
• Microsoft Exchange Server 2003
• Microsoft Active Directory 2003 – 2008
• Predictive Index Practitioner
• Mapics Erp
• Mac Osx 10.x Client and Server
• Prince2
• Data Center Management
• Continuous Improvement - Lean
• Emulation – Vax, Mainframe, Unix
• Process Improvements & Best Practices
• Cost Containment
• As400 Iseries, Eseries
• Microsoft Dynamics Ax 3.x - 2009
• Prince 2 Practitioner
• Microsoft Bi – Business Analysis Services, Power Pivot, Reporting Services
• Large Scale Deployments
• Vendor Management
• Hippa Security Officer
• Systems Architecture
• Budget Development & Management
• Management
• Microsoft Server Nt4 – Win 2008 Enterprise Administration and Implementation
• Vmware Esx & Esxi (Vmotion, Ha)
• Structured Method & Governance
• Cisco Routers, Switches, Ap’s, Asa’s, Vpn Concentrator
• Project Management
• Infrastructure Design & Implementation
• Jdedwards Erp
• Organizational Development
• Rapid Systems Deployments
• Client
• Manhattan Ils 2006 – 2009 Wms Systems
• Ibm Mainframe, Zframe