Jacobi Zakrzewski

About Jacobi Zakrzewski

I\'m a pragmatic technology executive with 15+ years of experience across manufacturing, distribution, and consulting. I specialize in helping mid-market and enterprise B2B companies turn IT from a back-office utility into a strategic growth engine.You could say I’m a Blue Collar Technologist. I don’t just talk strategy; I build, lead, and deliver. Raised in the Midwest by a family who worked in manufacturing and distribution, I’ve been around business operations, supply chains, and hard work my whole life. That upbringing shaped my bias for action, respect for the shop floor, and belief that IT exists to enable, not impede, business performance.Currently, as VP of Technology Strategy & Solutions at Luminos Labs, I lead digital commerce strategy and architecture engagements for complex B2B clients. I work directly with C-level stakeholders to design and implement scalable, revenue-enabling platforms that don’t just work - they stick.Previously, as VP of IT at Crescent Electric, I led a multi-year modernization effort: consolidating IT operations post-M&A, completing a company-wide ERP conversion, rebuilding the core digital stack, and driving major improvements in performance and reliability. My team supported over 150 locations, devices, and every major enterprise system from infrastructure to ecommerce.Core competencies include:Technology strategy and planningBridging IT and OT environmentsDigital commerce & service enablementEnterprise architecture and systems modernizationIT org design and talent developmentCloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and business applicationsData strategy, business intelligence, and governanceI lead from both the boardroom and the command center; translating business goals into action, mentoring strong teams, and delivering results. If you\'re looking for a technology executive who understands the complexity of B2B, moves the needle, while respecting the heritage and culture of your organization - let’s connect.

Experience

1. Director of Information Technology

   A.Y. McDonald Mfg. Co.

   Jan 2026 — Present · Dubuque, IA, US

Education

• Loras College

  BA, Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

  2007 — 2011