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Aaron McClone

Bradenton,FL

Summary

Experienced IT leader with over 20 years of hands-on and strategic experience across infrastructure, application development, and enterprise systems. Proven track record of building scalable platforms, leading cross-functional teams, and aligning technology with business goals. Adept at modernizing legacy systems, implementing cloud-first strategies, and deploying user-focused applications across distributed environments. Recognized for delivering impactful solutions in fast-paced, high-growth settings.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Information Technology Manager

Harmony Outdoor Brands
Sarasota, FL
01.2016 - Current
  • Lead technology strategy and execution across Harmony and its national grower affiliate network.
  • Manage a cross-functional IT team, overseeing infrastructure, application development, and support operations.
  • Oversee all infrastructure supporting deliveries to 3,500+ retail locations, including Home Depot and Lowe's.
  • Designed and launched custom mobile and web platforms, including a QR-based product lookup solution and a field rep mobile app (Forms on Fire).
  • Led full migration of all servers and critical services to the cloud, improving scalability and system reliability.
  • Integrated Salesforce, 8x8 VoIP, and GrowerLive ERP into a single customer service platform.
  • White-labeled internal systems to standardize field tech operations across external partners.

Chief Technology Officer

PayLeap
01.2007 - 03.2013
  • Company Overview: Payment Gateway
  • Directed all technology operations, infrastructure, and product strategy.
  • Built and scaled a high-performance payment gateway used by thousands of merchants.
  • Managed a high-performing engineering and support team to deliver new features and maintain operational uptime.
  • Ensured PCI compliance and 99.9% uptime through rigorous architecture and monitoring.
  • Led product development, vendor negotiations, and integration rollouts with strategic partners.
  • Payment Gateway

VP of Technical Services

PayProTec
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Managed a team delivering IT solutions and support services to merchant clients nationwide.
  • Oversaw IT operations and introduced scalable technology solutions for merchant services.
  • Implemented process automation and improved tech stack performance.

Information Technology

Miller's Health Systems
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Streamlined and centralized IT systems across multiple facilities.
  • Supported business productivity through improved system reliability and standardization.

Information Technology

Bowne
01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Designed and deployed Citrix XPe infrastructure to support international operations.

Education

AAS - Computer Information Systems - Specialization in Computer Programming

Ivy Tech State College

Skills

  • Microsoft 365 Administratorn
  • Windows Server Administration
  • Azure Cloud Services
  • Power BI
  • Network & Firewall Configuration
  • VoIP systems
  • ERP Systems
  • CRM Platforms (Salesforce, FreshDesk)
  • Mobile App Development
  • SQL Server & Database Management
  • System Integration & API Design
  • AI & Automation Concepts
  • Vendor & Project Management
  • Cloud migration
  • Infrastructure management
  • Vendor negotiations
  • Strategic planning
  • IT budgeting
  • IT infrastructure

Personal Information

Title: IT Executive | Strategic Technologist | Builder of Scalable Solutions

Technical Certifications

  • MCSE - Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
  • MCDBA - Microsoft Certified Database Administrator
  • CCA - Citrix Certified Administrator
  • MCP - Microsoft Certified Professional

Timeline

Information Technology Manager

Harmony Outdoor Brands
01.2016 - Current

Chief Technology Officer

PayLeap
01.2007 - 03.2013

VP of Technical Services

PayProTec
01.2006 - 01.2007

Information Technology

Miller's Health Systems
01.2003 - 01.2006

Information Technology

Bowne
01.2001 - 01.2003

AAS - Computer Information Systems - Specialization in Computer Programming

Ivy Tech State College
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