Evgeny Koloda
vCIO
Tampa,FL
Summary
Accomplished, Trusted IT Advisor with 25+ years of extensive experience in strategic IT Architecture, LargeScale Projects, Global Operations, Scalability, Full Lifecycle Services in the Enterprise (SDLC) and Stakeholder Relations. Leveraged latest technologies and trends to create innovative and cost-effective solutions, building strong working relationships and managing teams in IT environments with a focus on improving quality, efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Skilled in centralizing infrastructure across offices to meet rapid growth needs. Delivered in-house private solutions to boost efficiency, centralize operations and reduce costs. Incorporates innovative solutions, and initiatives that streamline processes, expand functionalities, manages budget for hardware, software, and supply procurement, increase company's revenues and drive business growth.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
20
20
Certification
Work History
Founder, Virtual CIO
Koloda Consulting
03.2011 - Current
- Conceptualized and developed customized IT solutions for different industries (Oil & Gas, Retail, Fintech, Healthcare, Mining, Banking, Consulting, Manufacturing, Insurance, Investment Banking, Asset Management, Cannabis) with focus on IT governance, compliance, security, VoIP, data management and business continuity; increased productivity and accuracy in processes including ERP/CRM and financial platforms
- Playing a key role as an advisor for the Blockchain Decentralized prediction financial market ecosystem
- Advising on the Crypto Cold Storage Project
- Advising on the AI startup.
Interim Sr. IT Director
Largest Healthcare provider (USA, Florida)
10.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded strategic implementation of AI and innovative technologies, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and productivity across diverse industries
- Successfully led technology business operations through a period of rapid growth, doubling the size of operations within a year while managing a $26 million budget
- Implemented a comprehensive performance framework incorporating OKR principles and technology productivity metrics, which has been pivotal in driving the business towards its strategic objectives
- Supported rapid growth of the company doubling the size in one year
Senior Manager, Technology Advisory Services, CIO
BDO Canada
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Leading the Technology Advisory Services (TAS) team at BDO Canada (GTA) in the capacity of Senior Manager, managing and expanding the GTA TAS Practice providing tailored and comprehensive IT advisory services to small and medium-sized firms across all industries
- Leading BDO Blockchain group supporting BDO clients on their journey to innovate
- Representing the BDO Global Innovation team in Canada sharing extensive knowledge and expertise in technology and business innovation
- Roles and Responsibilities: Technology Strategy & Roadmaps; IT Strategic Planning; Data & Business Intelligence Strategy; Software & IT Service Provider Selection; IT Function Review/Strategy; IT Target Operating Models; IT Maturity Assessments; Business Cases; Digital Transformation; IT Steering Committees/Governance
- Leading Clients' Digital Transformation Journeys: Business, Application, Data & Infrastructure Viewpoints, migration to the Cloud, ERP, DW - EDL Transformation
- Application Portfolio Rationalization: addressing key Business Stakeholder financial concerns through Application Road mapping and Business Capability Modeling
- Development, Implementation & Evolution of: existing and new Business Capability Models, EA Frameworks, Cloud Adoption and Security Patterns
- Provide full control over the planning, strategy and evangelization of highly competitive future IT and IS capabilities
- Analyzing the changing requirements and goals of internal and external clients and partners to ensure the creation of IT, IS, and Cloud operating models that remain at the front of the competition
- Leading and implementing new security standards, processes and protocols while leading Information Risk Assessments which directly resulted in the minimization of any potential loss or breaches
- Researching and introducing new technological solutions, models and patterns which directly resulted in higher cost-savings and complete adherence with all budget and regulatory requirements
External Consultant, IT
PWC Client (Large Insurance company)
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Advising on a large MAC (FactSet) integration project
- IT Audit.
Director, IT
Farber Financial Group
06.2016 - 07.2018
- Proactively worked towards the designing of strategic and new technologically advanced IT monitoring and controlling system based on PRTG; consolidated and monitored all request and infrastructure alerts; lead ERP system project and migrated multiple financial and CRM modules to a unified MS Dynamics NAV/CRM platform companywide to ensure alignment with and supported the overall business strategy
- Devised and incorporated 3CX/Five9 phone system training seminars and deployed support in conjunction with technologies to centralize 110 mobile devices and provided security policies via Airwatch MDM
- Established working relationships with vendors through bidding and proof of concept creation, led projects that offered customized VPN solutions to link 15 remote sites to the Data Centre and also managed the Nortel Phone system migration to a SIP-based PBX, resulting in connecting 54 remote offices, integrating 250+ IP phones including a call center
- Built and managed a team of 10 (Sys admin, Support, Dev team)
Director, IT
Edgecrest Capital
07.2013 - 12.2015
- Researched, planned, led the Enterprise Architecture including Colocation Data Center and Toronto Head Office builds and established corporate EA standards and policies; built strong partnerships with high-profile industry vendors to secure preferential SLAs and oversaw short and long-range planning for all technology initiatives
- Coordinated budgeting and forecasting and provided findings and recommendations to the CFO; provided support to various Trading platforms and implemented Dell EqualLogic SAN technology to improve Data Storage and recovery solutions.
VP & Head of International Operations
Thomas Weisel Partners, Formerly Westwind Partner
06.2006 - 02.2011
- Delivered $3M budget allocation for relocating 90 Toronto personnel in 2 days; led solutions to merge networks during acquisition, managed RDP development and deployment and supervised the EMC and NetAp storage upgrade and deployment in the USA; oversaw risk evaluation exercises and boosted functionality, scalability and capacity to minimize negative impacts
- Accommodated firm's rapid growth needs, built in-house processes and IT framework with tight budgets and constrained staff resources to allow for centralized operations and support, resulting in increased efficiencies, better operational control and reduced costs; handled all IT support during growth of 10-120+ personnel in UK and Canada
- Engineered full lifecycle management of projects including vendor selection, risk management, quality, deployment and continuity solutions; negotiated and built strong relationships with 20 critical vendors across Europe and Canada; established IT processes, and architecture in support of the firm's Canadian and European operations
- Spearheaded architecture of large-scale Data Centre and designed the Business Continuity Plan to ensure business systems in accordance with IDA requirements
- Managed a Global IT team of 50
Network Administrator
Electronic Liquidators, LTD.
09.2002 - 06.2006
System Architect
FLOWCO LTD., Thailand
09.1996 - 08.2002
Education
Bachelor of Science -
OMSK State Technical University
01.1995
Skills
- Strategic Leadership in Technology and Business Operations
- Expertise in AI Strategy Implementation and Technological Innovation
- Excellence in Operational and Technical Management
- Proficiency in Financial Acumen and Technology Investment Optimization
- Strong Communication and Stakeholder Management
- Design and Operationalization of OKR and Performance Management Frameworks
- Experience Leading Cross-Functional and Global Teams
- High Adaptability and Proactive Approach in a Fast-Paced Environment
- AI
- Robotics
- Automation
Websites
Certification
- AI Business Strategy by MIT Sloan, 08/2023
- Scrum Master Certified (SMC), 03/2022
- Certified Management Consultant (CMC), 01/2021
- Blockchain for Business by Linux Foundation, 04/2018
- ITILv3 Certification, 02/2006
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt, 05/2020
- MCSA (Microsoft Certified System Administrator), 2004
- MCP (Microsoft Certified Professional), 09/2001
Notable Highlights
- Evgeny acted as a Senior Manager in BDO leading the Technology Advisory Services practice, the Blockchain Technology Leader and the Innovation Champion for BDO Canada, advising on a wide range of industries: Public sector, Banking & Finance, Oil and Gas, Education, Healthcare, Insurance, Mining
- Led multiple organizations through Technology transformation projects, including platforms assessment/selection, risk assessment and ROI analysis.
- Managed a $26M budget and recovered $2.5M by consolidating tech platforms
- Reduced IT cost by 5M by integrating AI and Automation processes while supporting client's rapid growth.
Volunteer Experience
- CMC Canada, Chair of Catalyst 2025 Organizing Committee, Serving as the Chair for the upcoming Catalyst 2025, overseeing the planning and execution of this pivotal virtual event for the management consulting community in Canada.
- CMC Canada, Chair, IT Organizing Committee - Catalyst 2022, Led the IT organizing committee for the CMC Canada Catalyst 2022 virtual event, facilitating a seamless execution of the nationwide conference. Honored with the CMC National Presidential Award in recognition of exceptional leadership and contribution to the success of the Catalyst 2022 event.
- CMC Canada, Mentor for Young CMC Members, Actively mentor young CMC members, providing guidance and insights to foster professional growth and development within the management consulting field.
Timeline
Interim Sr. IT Director
Largest Healthcare provider (USA, Florida)
10.2020 - Current
Senior Manager, Technology Advisory Services, CIO
BDO Canada
04.2019 - 11.2020
External Consultant, IT
PWC Client (Large Insurance company)
11.2018 - 04.2019
Director, IT
Farber Financial Group
06.2016 - 07.2018
Director, IT
Edgecrest Capital
07.2013 - 12.2015
Founder, Virtual CIO
Koloda Consulting
03.2011 - Current
VP & Head of International Operations
Thomas Weisel Partners, Formerly Westwind Partner
06.2006 - 02.2011
Network Administrator
Electronic Liquidators, LTD.
09.2002 - 06.2006
System Architect
FLOWCO LTD., Thailand
09.1996 - 08.2002
Bachelor of Science -
OMSK State Technical University
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