Richard Stokes

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About Richard Stokes

Experienced leader and technologist skilled at mobilizing and growing global teams to achieve competitive advantages. I lead rapidly scaling IT teams with a strong focus on driving business growth. Experience: My career spans senior roles in IT, including eight years as a consultant at Accenture specializing in ERP projects. I've worked within IT departments across diverse organizations, from blue-chip companies and government agencies to startups and lean multinational businesses for over 20 years. I have hands-on experience in mergers and acquisitions, from both sides of the table. I've expanded teams, corrected outsourcing missteps, and managed business systems, providing continuous service improvements. I'm proactive and results-driven in all endeavors. I'm open to discussing various IT-related projects, including technology, infrastructure on prem or cloud, service management, leadership, ITIL, applications delivery, cloud migration, SAP, DevOps, Lean IT, efficiency, cost reduction, operational effectiveness, outsourcing, financial control, and supplier management/contract negotiations. I'm a mentor, an accredited DDI and CCL facilitator, a leadership development trainer, and author of the book "Unstoppable: How to transform your mindset to reach your life goals and get ahead in life." I am a founder and board member for the Autem charity. You can reach out to me on LinkedIn or via email at r_a_stokes@yahoo.co.uk to explore potential collaborations and discussions. Your insights are valuable, and I look forward to connecting with you.