Who is TJ? What makes him tick?

Originally from the UK (the accent is a giveaway there!), I have been in the USA since early 2015. As I look back to my non-work roles, they’ve been at the core about changing peoples’ lives.

That focus spans from serving as an Officer in the British Army reserves training Army Cadets in the UK to become better citizens to serving as a Lay Minister with the Church of England working with the church congregation to increase community outreach.

Even deeper, I’m the catalyst of change for myself. I’m always in training -

• Qualifying as an assault course instructor with the British Army to learning to swim in my 40’s so I could compete in a triathlon.

• Learning to climb a rope in my 50’s so I would not look too foolish at the Spartan Race.

And of course, I continue training to keep current all my technical certifications.

Being a catalyst for change and never stopping learning has served me well personally and professionally.

• I am a Technology leader – I excel in program management and strategic planning to resolve complex challenges, transform portfolios, and deliver measurable business value.

• I leverage my expertise in information technology and program and project management – My experience spans an array of industries including banking, insurance, cybersecurity, and healthcare.

• I implement data-driven strategies that transform the business – I foster innovation that makes possible the achievement of critical business objectives. 

• I’m a trusted business partner – I build valued and long-lasting relationships with executives, leaders, and key stakeholders to clearly understand and address technology needs and requirements.   

• I develop business agility – I implement agile process thinking that creates nimble organizations that quickly and efficiently capitalize on business opportunities.   

• I’m the go-to-person for navigating complex problems – I turn around at-risk projects and programs, getting them back on track, on-time, and within budget.

• I’m an accountable leader – I engage and develop top IT talent, establish and mentor international cross-functional talent committed to supporting the company’s continued success. I create a culture where everybody wants to stay because work is fun, rewarding, meaningful, and harmonized with the rest of life.