Derek Hay
Field CIO at CDW | IT Transformation Leader and Trusted Advisor | Helping Organizations Achieve Business Outcomes Enabled by Technology, People, and Process | From Vision To Value
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As a technology executive, I have a consistent record of leading successful, large-scale IT transformation initiatives at the highest levels of business. I excel at delivering cutting-edge infrastructure capabilities, achieving rapid improvements in quality and service, and driving efficiency to dramatically reduce operational costs while effectively managing risk and compliance. By effectively merging a diverse technology background and highly collaborative leadership style, I am able to quickly bring together the best resources, communicate complex issues to any audience, and inspire my teams forward toward successful outcomes. CORE COMPETENCIES Technology Transformation, IT Operations, Infrastructure Engineering, Service Delivery, Company-Wide Initiatives, Network Security, Efficiency & Optimization, Cost Control, Quality & Service Improvement, M&A IT Integration, Best Practices, Regulatory Compliance, Vendor/Supplier Management, Mentoring & Team Building, Stakeholder Relations, Technology Governance, Partnerships & Alliances, Solution Innovation
Career Timeline
- CDWCurrentSep 2021–Present· 5 yrs
- Chief Information Officer, FieldCurrent2024–Present
- Executive Technology StrategistSep 2021–2024
- 2005–Sep 2021· 16 yrs 8 mos
- Technology Operations Director, Senior Vice President2019–Sep 2021
- Infrastructure Engineering Director, SVP2016–2019
- End User Technology Services, Vice President2010–2016
- External Connectivity Manager, VP2005–2010
- 1995–2005· 10 yrs
- Senior Manager, Application Development2003–2005
- Enterprise Network Services Manager2001–2003
- Manager, Information Technology Infrastructure1999–2001
- LAN Manager1997–1999
- LAN Analyst1995–1997
- 1995–1995· 0 mos
- LAN Analyst1995–1995
- 1992–1994· 2 yrs
- Contact Center Agent / Helpdesk Analyst1992–1994
Education
Master of Science
Management (Graduated Cum Laude)
Walsh CollegeBachelor of Science
Management Information Systems
Oakland University