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Deanna L. Shannon

Enterprise Architecture | Incubation | Business Transformation | Strategy | IT Operational Excellence

Applied MaterialsAustin, Texas Metropolitan Area

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Experience29+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

Recognized for setting the vision and strategy for Enterprise Archtiecture & AI delivery teams, producing measurable results, driving complex solutions, and addressing organizational AI/ML challenges. At the core of my success is a commitment to facilitating the development and adoption of future-state architecture, providing direction and guidance to support business strategies. An advocate for enterprise IT strategies, I analyze business drivers, detect deficiencies, and develop alignment strategies. My leadership is distinguished by significant business knowledge and technical expertise in areas such as network, security, software, and data. I take pride interfacing across business areas, acting as a visionary to conceive and execute solutions, and oversee project life cycles from kickoff to implementation. Known for establishing organizational standards, identifying system interfaces, and building e-business capabilities, I am a trusted advisor and self-starter, strong communicator, and educator who mentors staff and ensures knowledge transfer across the organization. KEY SKILLS Enterprise Architecture • Innovation Catalyst • Open AI Application Creation • Generative AI & Model Delivery Mixed Reality & VR Development • Incubation Management • Cybersecurity Enterprise Strategy • Delivery & KPI Focused Enterprise Risk & Regulatory Management • Motivational Leadership

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • Nov 2024–Present· 1 yr 10 mos
    • Managing Director, IT Enterprise Architecture, Risk and ComplianceCurrent
      Nov 2024–Present
  • Jul 2023–Oct 2024· 1 yr 3 mos
    • Vice President of Enterprise Architecture & Incubation
      Jul 2023–Oct 2024
  • May 2021–Jul 2023· 2 yrs 2 mos
    • Vice President of Enterprise Architecture,CEA
      May 2021–Jul 2023
  • Dec 2018–May 2021· 2 yrs 5 mos
    • Senior Staff Enterprise Architect & Digital Workplace Leader
      Dec 2018–May 2021
  • Mar 2015–Dec 2018· 3 yrs 9 mos
    • Director of IT Strategy & Planning, Chief Enterprise Architect
      Mar 2015–Dec 2018
  • 2013–Mar 2015· 2 yrs 2 mos
    • Principal Enterprise Architect - IT Strategy & Planning
      2013–Mar 2015
  • Oct 2010–2013· 2 yrs 3 mos
    • IT Engagement Director - Truck & Parts
      Oct 2010–2013
  • Nov 2003–Oct 2010· 6 yrs 11 mos
    • Regional Manager (Director Level)- Midwest
      Nov 2003–Oct 2010
  • Nov 1997–Oct 2003· 5 yrs 11 mos
    • Technical Relationship Management
      Nov 1997–Oct 2003
  • 1997–Oct 1997· 9 mos
    • Sales
      1997–Oct 1997

Education

Certificate

Artificial Intelligence

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Technical Operations

Northwestern University

BS

Management

Saint Xavier University

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Chief Financial Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Chief Operating Officer

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Root CauseIssue ManagementArchitecture FrameworksOAuthWorkload PrioritizationNegotiationBusiness TransformationBig Data AnalyticsApplication SecurityRequirements AnalysisMLOpsData StrategiesAIOpsNatural Language Processing (NLP)Business DevelopmentCustomer SatisfactionGenerative AITechnology RiskDoerEmployee Engagement