Kathy Swacina

About Kathy Swacina

A proven leader and strategic information technology strategist with training and expertise in Defense Networks, Change Management and Knowledge Management. Developed the first configuration control boards for portfolio management, as well as the major planning and execution of the Army Reserve Network and Data Center consolidations. Experienced in relationship building, identifying key influencers and developing engagement strategies. Strong research and writing skills, adept at working under pressure and time constraints. • Proven leadership ability to inspire people and organizations to achieve and surpass mission• Focused leader with strong business and strategic insights • Strong ties in Military IT in both industry and individual services• Strategic planner committed to exceeding goals• 30+ years of experience in leading multi-million dollar US Military operational and Information Technology programs Holds degrees and certifications in: Strategic Information Technology Planning, DoD Chief Information Officer, Proposal Writing and Capture Management, Knowledge Management, Platform Instruction, Network and Telecommunications Administration, Chief of Operations, Information Technology Operations, DOD Certified Program Management, and Negotiations Specialties: CIO, CTO, COO, ITIL, Proposal and Capture Management, Negotiations, Program/Project Management, Knowledge and Change Management, Process Improvement, Creating and Implementing Strategic Plans, Industry Forecasting and Market Trending.Active Top Secret clearance.

Experience

1. Chief Information Officer

   Sherpawerx

   Nov 2023 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   As a member of the executive team, I provide the technical strategy and solutions for the internal information technology (IT) to maximize the technological processes. Strategize and create solutions for specific company IT opportunities and contracts. Collaborate on best practices and improvements for the company.

Education

• Webster University St Louis, MO

  MA, Computers and Information Management

  1996 — 1997

• The University of Texas at Austin

  MSS, Leadership and Aquisition

  2001 — 2002

• Webster University

  Masters, Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management

  1996 — 1997

• Western Michigan University

  BS, Fine Art

  1988 — 1995

Skills

• Business Management
• Procurement
• Government
• Process Improvement
• Risk Management
• Integration
• Six Sigma
• Customer Relations
• Defense
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Executive Management
• Problem Solving
• Operations Management
• Team Building
• Security
• Contract Management
• Administration
• Customer Service
• Team Leadership
• Army
• Leadership Development
• Organizational Development
• Logistics
• New Business Development
• Proposal Writing
• Resource Management
• Itil Certified
• Business Strategy
• Equal Opportunities
• Budgeting
• Microsoft Office
• Planning
• Process Engineering
• Mentoring
• Coaching
• Strategy Development
• Program Mangement
• Strategic Planning
• Employee Relations
• Security Clearance