Dan Currie
Chief Information Officer Chief Operations Officer Consultant @Cu Consulting Ltd
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Information Officer Chief Operations Officer Consultant @Cu Consulting Ltd
CA
Brief Overview: Operations and Technology Consulting: Set-up an innovative consulting practice specializing in the provision of value-added advice and guidance to credit union clients across Canada. Accepted contract roles as virtual CIO / Operations. Consulted to Credit Unions across Canada on enabling technology to support operational and strategic organizational goals. Strategy & Optimization: Led the development of the corporate strategy and 3-5 year roadmaps needed to optimize business performance, drive increased sales opportunities, and improve productivity across the entire organization through technological innovation. Implemented numerous paperless environments across Canada improving productivity and generating substantial savings. Technological Change: Collaborated with executive teams and key stakeholders to execute new strategies and deliver technology and digital changes needed to enterprise platforms for transformative technological change all the while ensuring the operation is ready to accept and thrive with it. Digital Strategy: Led development of a digital strategy and supported digital customers with a call centre and process automation. Created virtual workplace environments and provided video conferencing capabilities across all 32 branches, which in turn reduced travel and delivered cost savings Cost Reduction: Saved up to 40% on labour costs through new technology to daily operational activities; generated significant savings, and renegotiated vendor contracts to deliver additional savings of up to 40%.Process Improvement: Designed and implemented changes to the Business operational workflow and responsibilities of the Contact Centre which improved the customer experience, enabling enhanced support for branch-level staff, and helped maximize revenue earning potential.Vendor Mgmt: Negotiated contracts with vendors across the financial services industry ensuring effective SLA agreements
EDUCATION
CompuCollege
Diploma with Honours in Network Administration
Camosun College
Diploma in Hotel & Restaurant Administration
SKILLS
ABOUT DAN CURRIE
WHAT SETS ME APART?Over the last 2+ decades, I\'ve led and worked alongside teams in the Financial Services sector, where I\'ve had the joy of blending four passions:TECHNOLOGY LEADERSHIP: I love exploring how technology can create new possibilities. My role has often been about bringing cutting-edge fintech solutions to life, ensuring safe digital spaces, and helping teams embrace change in both legacy and emerging tech.OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE: Efficiency and effectiveness have been my mantras in operations. Whether it is working alongside operational leadership or taking on the operations helm myself, I\'ve learned the art of streamlining processes and making the most of every resource - always with an eye on nurturing a culture that values continuous learning and growth.RISK MANAGEMENT: I find excitement in what many see as daunting: policies, regulations, frameworks, and compliance. My strength lies in simplifying these complexities into clear, effective strategies, ensuring technological and operational success is not just compliant but also forward-thinking.DATA-INFORMED DECISION MAKING: I\'m a firm believer in the power of data to guide our choices. My approach has always been to use insights to not just solve problems but to anticipate and prepare for the future.Looking Ahead:I\'m excited about the prospect of bringing these passions to new roles, whether that\'s leading teams, driving projects, or providing strategic advice. I\'m open to various setups - remote, international, or hybrid roles.Let\'s Chat:If your organization values a blend of traditional wisdom and innovative thinking, or if you\'re seeking guidance that\'s both practical and forward-thinking, I\'d be thrilled to connect and see how we can work together.
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