Deanna L. Shannon
Enterprise Architecture | Incubation | Business Transformation | Strategy | IT Operational Excellence
Applied Materials•Austin, Texas Metropolitan Area
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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
- Applied MaterialsCurrentNov 2024–Present· 1 yr 10 mos
- Managing Director, IT Enterprise Architecture, Risk and ComplianceCurrentNov 2024–Present
- Jul 2023–Oct 2024· 1 yr 3 mos
- Vice President of Enterprise Architecture & IncubationJul 2023–Oct 2024
- May 2021–Jul 2023· 2 yrs 2 mos
- Vice President of Enterprise Architecture,CEAMay 2021–Jul 2023
- Dec 2018–May 2021· 2 yrs 5 mos
- Senior Staff Enterprise Architect & Digital Workplace LeaderDec 2018–May 2021
- Mar 2015–Dec 2018· 3 yrs 9 mos
- Director of IT Strategy & Planning, Chief Enterprise ArchitectMar 2015–Dec 2018
- 2013–Mar 2015· 2 yrs 2 mos
- Principal Enterprise Architect - IT Strategy & Planning2013–Mar 2015
- Oct 2010–2013· 2 yrs 3 mos
- IT Engagement Director - Truck & PartsOct 2010–2013
- Nov 2003–Oct 2010· 6 yrs 11 mos
- Regional Manager (Director Level)- MidwestNov 2003–Oct 2010
- Nov 1997–Oct 2003· 5 yrs 11 mos
- Technical Relationship ManagementNov 1997–Oct 2003
- 1997–Oct 1997· 9 mos
- Sales1997–Oct 1997
Education
Certificate
Artificial Intelligence
Massachusetts Institute of TechnologyTechnical Operations
Northwestern UniversityBS
Management
Saint Xavier University