Terry Barber

About Terry Barber

It’s quite the challenge to summarize a life, my life, in a few hundred words that makes one seem awesome without sounding egotistical. So, instead of describing my accomplishments, let me share you my passions and purposes.I’m passionate about people! People are the most challenging, difficult, dynamic, and most rewarding part of life. I’m passionate about excellence, every timeI’m passionate about hopeI’m passionate about abundanceI’m passionate about living life and not going through lifeI’m passionate about creativity I’m passionate about givingI’m passionate about helpingI\'m passionate about sacrifice for a greater goodI\'m passionate about creating harmony out of chaosI’m passionate about my purposes in lifeAnd, what are my life\'s purposes? First off, my hope is that in every interaction with someone, I leave them better than before the interaction. I am a coach and leader. I am a mentor and a protégé. I am a teacher. I am an encourager. I am a supporter. I am a nurturer.I believe technology should empower people—not overwhelm them. That principle has guided my career as I’ve built IT organizations, led enterprise transformations, and helped businesses grow through smart, secure, and scalable solutions.Over the years, I’ve directed technology for organizations as varied as county governments, a rapidly expanding insurance agency, and family-owned businesses. Along the way, I’ve:Modernized infrastructure by implementing SOC/SIEM frameworks, migrating to Office 365, and redesigning county-wide WAN/LAN systems.Guided acquisitions and growth by successfully integrating multiple agencies and supporting remote workforces across 20+ branch offices.Balanced vision with execution while managing multimillion-dollar budgets and leading high-performing teams through complex change.My toolkit spans cybersecurity, cloud strategy, enterprise applications, and digital transformation—but what sets me apart is a commitment to servant leadership. By building trust, fostering collaboration, and championing continual learning, I’ve consistently turned teams into engines of progress.Looking ahead, my aspiration is clear: to keep leading at the intersection of technology and people, helping organizations navigate change with confidence and purpose.

Experience

1. Director of Technical Services

   Colorado Coalition for the Homeless

   Dec 2025 — Present · Denver, CO, US

Education

• Adams State University

  BS, Mathematics

  1983 — 1988