Taylor Prentice

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ABOUT TAYLOR PRENTICE

As a technology leader with nearly two decades of experience, I specialize in driving enterprise-wide IT strategy, innovation, and operational excellence. In my role as Director of Information Technology at NTMWD, I provide vision and leadership to ensure that technology empowers organizational growth, efficiency, and resilience.I oversee diverse systems including cybersecurity, end user technologies, network and datacenter solutions, GIS, ERP, and enterprise applications, ensuring they run seamlessly while anticipating future needs through strategic planning and continuous improvement. My work centers on aligning IT initiatives with organizational goals, strengthening cybersecurity, and implementing enterprise-wide business continuity and disaster recovery programs.I am passionate about fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and innovation, guiding teams to deliver cost-effective solutions that enhance service quality and support long-range strategic goals. From capital improvement planning to IT policy development, I thrive at the intersection of technology and business, ensuring systems and people are prepared for the challenges ahead.With a background rooted in strategic planning, project management, and IT operations, I bring proven leadership to complex initiatives that improve reliability, security, and service delivery. I believe in leveraging technology not just as a tool, but as a driver of transformation across the organization.At the core of my work is a commitment to advancing NTMWD’s vision of \"Regional service through unity: meeting our region’s needs today and tomorrow\" and mission to \"Provide high-quality and dependable water, wastewater, and solid waste services in a cost-efficient manner\". I see technology as a key enabler in fulfilling this purpose, ensuring our communities receive essential services with reliability, security, and innovation.More about NTMWD ITWHY DO WE EXIST? We exist to enhance our customers\' work experiences.HOW DO WE BEHAVE?We are dedicated, servant-hearted stewards of District resources, time, and money.WHAT DO WE DO?We provide secure, reliable technology and information systems.HOW WILL WE SUCCEED?We succeed through collaboration, evaluating challenges today, and innovating for tomorrow.