Calep Howard
Chief Information Officer @MMGY Global
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Information Officer @MMGY Global
Kansas City, MO, US
Direct IT integration of acquisitions and Cybersecurity initiatives with an emphasis on superior customer service. Establish standards, best practices, and pertinent policies/objectives in addition to selecting agency hardware and software solutions. Plan and direct all technology-related initiatives and track industry trends to ensure that the agency retains market leadership positioning.Performed pre-acquisition due diligence and generated IT-focused due diligence reports for senior leaders and Board of Directors, with a direct hand in planning and managing the execution of nine technology integrationsthroughout tenure.Tripled employee count and computers/endpoints while extending the network to support all new acquisitions.Led the scoping, execution, and remediation of a Cybersecurity and Phishing engagement alongside CDW professional services with additional scoping and implementation work on Okta Single Sign-On solution, JAMF and JAMF Connect for the remote management/SSO integration of all Mac systems, and Crowdstrike antivirus solution.Successfully extended the end-user support model by engaging Managed Service Providers across newgeographic regions based on M&A activities, with six MSP relationships spanning the globe.Developed and managed the capital and expense budget for the global IT organization in collaboration with the CFO and maintained direct accountability for associated technology projects.Directed the installation of Zoom Room technology in all company conference rooms.
EDUCATION
Baker University
MBA, MBA
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy
SKILLS
ABOUT CALEP HOWARD
Driven, top-performing Chief Information Officer with 25+ years of experience guiding succinct teams in thedevelopment and integration of strategic IT initiatives while building sustainable partnerships across the globe. Consistent results as a cross-functional leader, bringing structure and ingenuity to underperforming teams with a track record of efficient project planning and execution. Earned reputation for exceptional business intelligence and proficiency in integrated marketing, user experience, web development/analytics, and enterprise software.
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