Rob Drew

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About Rob Drew

High impact, strategic and business value driven Information Technology leader for $2B global enterprise. Combine strong technical knowledge with ability to communicate effectively across functional teams, to senior management and in global operations. Managed global IT teams of 100+. Highlight: Joined SharkNinja to build IT networks/infrastructure to scale with rapid growth from 500 to 1500 employees. During Covid-19 crisis with all employees working remotely, my IT team implemented all systems to enable immediate seamless internal online interactions. Our prior 18 months of strategic planning and selection of enterprise remote software was critical to achieve this result. Getting it Done – Recognized as the go to person to resolve IT or business issues as well as drive execution of complex projects. I find ways to make IT drive revenue and lower costs, strategize and collaborate with cross functional teams and maximize global team performance. Strengths: • Strategic Planning–Excel at developing long term IT strategies to support growth • Clear and Transparent Communication Skills – Explain complex technology solutions to senior management and cross functional teams in plain English • Global – Experience supporting operations in US, Europe and Asia • Adaptability/Resourcefulness– Adept at understanding new terrain and facing novel problems • Business Mindset – Approach IT from perspective of what improvements and technologies will drive revenue and meet business goals • Leadership – Build and motivate high performing teams. Transparent leadership