Rick Loven

About Rick Loven

I’m a results-focused, strategic executive with extensive experience in developing innovative digital strategies for delivering technology across the organization, enabling effective business performance, and driving the organization’s enterprise architecture. I align business strategy goals and ensure compliance with technical standards and security. I cultivate trusted stakeholder relationships at all levels, from key technology partners to C-Suite leadership. I leverage current and emerging technology to achieve business goals and objectives. I also effectively manage the technology budget. I’m experienced in leading large-scale application implementations by applying robust strategic planning and execution skills. I’m known as a collaborative leader who builds high-performing empowered teams motivated to exceed revenue targets and drive business growth. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Business from Central State University.Core Competencies:• Strategic Planning• Strategic Partnerships• Business Intelligence Tools• Change Management• Problem Solving• Coaching & Mentoring• Process Improvement• Team Building & Leadership• Revenue Growth & Expansion• Business Development• Executive Leadership LET’S CONNECT!I’m always interested in expanding the network of my professional acquaintances and welcome thoughts or questions about my work.

Experience

1. Information Technology Buyer

   Hobby Lobby

   Oct 2023 — Present · Oklahoma City, OK, US

Education

• University of Central Oklahoma

  Computer Science, Business

  1981 — 1986

Skills

• Solution Selling
• Wireless
• Network Security
• Networking
• Security
• Sales
• Enterprise Software
• Wan
• Wireless Networking
• Network Design
• Voip
• Selling
• Unified Communications
• Sales Operations
• Data Center
• Cloud Computing
• Channel Partners
• Professional Services
• Account Management
• Direct Sales
• Managed Services
• Sales Process
• Storage
• Lead Generation
• Wireless Technologies
• Voice Over Ip (Voip)