Craig Gehrke

About Craig Gehrke

I’m a global technology executive with 20+ years leading digital, data, and enterprise transformation across public, private, and PE/VC-backed companies. As CIO at Jacuzzi Group, I led the consolidation of multiple ERPs, CRMs, and integration points—recovering $54M in operating expense, delivering $7M+ in annual savings, and improving agility across global operations. 🧭 I specialize in- Leading post-M&A integration, carveouts, and tech modernization- Designing scalable IT roadmaps aligned with and creating business value- Building high-performing global teams that execute with urgency and accountability- Presenting to boards and PE firms with confidence and clarity Recent Highlights- Unified 12 ERP systems → 1 global Infor platform (>$7M saved)- Consolidated 10+ CRMs into a Salesforce stack (>$1M saved)- Launched data-services & AI/ML capabilities tied to KPIs- Spearheaded a new B2B Sales Portal projected to double revenue Industries: Manufacturing | Infrastructure | Retail | Finance | Energy🧠 What others say: “A strategic partner.” “A steady hand in complexity.” “A servant-leader who inspires trust and delivers results.”I bring clarity to complexity. I am a servant leader with empathy and urgency. I build systems—and cultures—that scale.Let’s connect if you\'re building something that matters. I’m always open to sharing ideas on enterprise IT, digital transformation, rescue dogs, Longhorn sports, or martial arts.

Experience

1. Chief Information Officer

   Jacuzzi Group

   Jan 2023 — Present

   In my role as Chief Information Officer at Jacuzzi Group, I spearheaded critical digital transformation initiatives to streamline ERP systems, implement a new data services strategy, and revolutionize the customer experience. By consolidating CRM strategies and delivering a new B2B solution, I drove innovative solutions that facilitated transformative business strategies and capitalizing on latest AI solutions from our critical partners.

Education

• Texas McCombs School of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

• Missouri State University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science

• The University of Texas at Austin

  Masters, Business Administration

Skills

• Security
• IT Service Delivery
• IT Management
• Technical Architecture
• Risk Management
• Data Center
• Incident Management
• Strategic Planning
• Management
• Business Analysis
• Unix
• Executive Management
• Disaster Recovery
• Leadership
• Business Process Improvement
• Databases
• Linux
• Coaching
• Infrastructure
• Program Management
• Amazon Web Services (Aws)
• Servers
• Itil
• Project Management
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Communication
• Information Technology
• System Administration
• Integration
• Vendor Management
• High Performance Teams