Thad Horning
Orlando,United States
Summary
Dynamic and visionary CEO, partner, and sales leader with over 19 years of unparalleled leadership in the technology and technical staffing industries. Successfully spearheaded Thazen, orchestrating high-impact business transformations and pioneering advancements in cloud-native software solutions. Renowned for consistently exceeding sales quotas by 137% annually, expertly managing over 200 employees, and delivering sustained double-digit growth. Deep expertise spans microservices, CI/CD, DevOps, and cutting-edge AI and ML technologies. A strategic force at Stakkd and venVelo, driving startup ecosystems toward remarkable success through foresight and mentorship. Holding an Executive MBA from Penn State University equips with profound business acumen and leadership skills. Committed to pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence. Results-driven business leader prepared for a role with a robust history of steering companies toward success and fostering a culture of excellence. Known for a collaborative leadership approach that aligns teams with organizational objectives and drives performance. Adept at navigating complex challenges, fostering innovation, and ensuring adaptability to evolving market conditions, with a focus on strategic planning and operational excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Thazen
05.2017 - Current
- Lead the strategic direction of the company, overseeing sales, contract negotiations, and talent acquisition to ensure excellence in delivery and client satisfaction.
- Achieved company growth by implementing strategic plans and streamlining operations.
- Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Enhanced brand reputation with effective marketing campaigns and public relations efforts.
- Established new revenue streams by identifying market opportunities and launching innovative products or services.
Board Member
venVelo
03.2021 - Current
- Provide strategic guidance and investment mentorship to portfolio startups, facilitating funding and market entry breakthroughs.
Co-Founder / Partner
Stakkd
01.2022 - Current
- Oversee the development and market introduction of Stakkd's proprietary data services, significantly enhancing business performance through advanced consumer identity management solutions.
Senior Vice President
Riptide Software, Inc
08.2011 - 07.2017
- Led mission-critical technology deployments that enhanced the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces and key enterprise clients.
Senior Vice President (National Enterprise Practice, Pacioli)
Modis
04.2006 - 04.2012
- Directed significant expansions of national IT consulting practices, achieving outstanding revenue growth and substantial market expansion.
Market Manager
Kforce Inc
01.2002 - 03.2006
- Ascended through various leadership roles, culminating in winning the prestigious President's Club for exceptional sales and market management performance.
Education
Executive MBA -
Penn State University
08.2019
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Business, Criminal Justice -
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
12.1998
Skills
- Sales Mastery & Leadership: Expertise in orchestrating high-growth sales strategies and cultivating high-performance teams
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced competencies in technology consulting, microservices, defense contracting, and IT systems integration
- Innovative Technologies: Proficient in leveraging AI & ML for transformative business solutions, with strong acumen in data analytics, business analytics, and application security architecture
- Strategic Vision: Exceptional ability to drive business growth and innovation through strategic foresight and robust mentorship
- Operational Excellence: Proven track record of enhancing operational capabilities and achieving significant cost reductions through process optimization and technology implementation
- Sales Execution
- Partners/Alliances
- P&L
- Direct Sales
- Contract Negotiations
- Sales Strategy
- Public Speaking
- Integrity
- Executive Presentations
- Digital Transformation
- Customer Experience
- SaaS
- Cloud
- Mobile
- Big Data
- Analytics
- BI
- IoT
- ERP
- CRM
- BPM
- Legacy Migrations
- API
- Sales Leadership
- Training
- Coaching
- High Emerging Technology for Enterprise
- DoD
- Government
- Business Development
- Strategic Partnerships
Additionalinformation - Linkedin
linkedin.com/in/thadhorning
Military Service
U.S. Army, 01/01/92, 12/31/00, Honorably discharged after 8 years, with a distinguished record of developing leadership and operational skills., Served as E6 - MOS 19K, demonstrating exceptional dedication and service.
Timeline
Co-Founder / Partner
Stakkd
01.2022 - Current
Board Member
venVelo
03.2021 - Current
CEO
Thazen
05.2017 - Current
Senior Vice President
Riptide Software, Inc
08.2011 - 07.2017
Senior Vice President (National Enterprise Practice, Pacioli)
Modis
04.2006 - 04.2012
Market Manager
Kforce Inc
01.2002 - 03.2006
Executive MBA -
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Business, Criminal Justice -
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania
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