Renato Cataldo
Chesterfield,MO
Summary
With over 25 years of executive leadership experience, including roles as CEO, COO, CIO, CTO, Director, and President across both for-profit and non-profit organizations, Brings extensive knowledge and expertise. I have successfully managed mergers and acquisitions in multiple industries for over 15 years. A track record that demonstrates effective leadership in IT, data analytics, finance, legal, eCommerce, healthcare, human resources, and manufacturing. Doctoral education in business development, technology, and finance provides a strong foundation for success. As a results-driven business leader, I am prepared to guide companies toward success and foster a culture of excellence. My collaborative leadership approach aligns teams with organizational objectives and drives exceptional performance. I excel at navigating complex challenges, fostering innovation, and adapting to evolving market conditions. With a focus on strategic planning and operational excellence, I am poised to impact any organization significantly.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO/COO
Verax Research Services Inc.
05.2020 - Current
- Developing medical products for OTC and cancer medications
- Also offering expertise in business, technology, and project management across various sectors
- Over the past several years, our team has supported numerous organizations managing and leading initiatives in IT, data analytics, finance, legal, eCommerce, healthcare, and manufacturing.
VP Innovation
American Pharmacist Association
10.2017 - 11.2019
- Developing new initiatives that applied to the long-term organizational strategic plan
- Project management of existing programs
- Investigation of eCommerce opportunities for the organization
- Developed over $100M in new opportunities for the organization
Business Analyst, Fractional CIO / IT Consultant
HealthiPathways
02.2012 - 11.2022
- Serviced a number of clients as a Business Analyst, CIO, IT leader, Industries include K-12 Education, healthcare, engineering, consumer services, insurance agencies, finance, energy, US Government Health Services, non-profit groups, manufacturing and retail organizations
- Highly proficient in data analytics and large-scale operational change management
President/COO/CEO
CPI Corp
04.2005 - 02.2012
- Started as a CIO consultant, then transitioned to COO, then CEO/President over several years
- The corporate focus included managing2500 retail outlets servicing, managed125 Regional Sales representatives,6M clients annually, and $400M in sales
- Major initiatives included automating back-end services, restructuring supply chains, managing a team of150 sales managers, and updating legacy IT projects
- In addition, we acquired many of our competitors and integrated their services into the core services of the company
CEO/CIO eHealth Group
Publicis Groupe
04.1994 - 04.2005
- Developed client solutions for new client/server technology, SAAS products, EDI solutions, web solutions, mobile products, and personalized client services
IT / Business Professor
University Health Sciences
06.1990 - 04.1994
- Developed a robust research group that developed ground-breaking technology for client-server solutions, virtual private networks, and products for healthcare providers
- I also taught courses on business, economics, IT, administration, and analytics
Education
Doctoral degree - IT and finance
Creighton University
Omaha, Nebraska05.1987
Bachelor's degree - economics
University of California San Diego
San Diego, California05.1982
Skills
- IT (from software to hardware)
- Healthcare
- Change Management
- Digital Product Development
- Engineering
- P&L Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Global Product Development
- Medicinal Product Formulations
- SAAS Products
- Marketing / Branding
- Educational product development
- Strategy Development
- Contracting / Negotiations
- Legal Strategy Management
- Effective decision making
- Operational excellence
- Customer focus
- Strategic visioning
- Financial acumen
- Corporate governance
- Executive presence
- Talent development
- Digital transformation
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Succession planning
- Organizational agility
- Innovation management
- Inspirational leadership
Timeline
CEO/COO
Verax Research Services Inc.
05.2020 - Current
VP Innovation
American Pharmacist Association
10.2017 - 11.2019
Business Analyst, Fractional CIO / IT Consultant
HealthiPathways
02.2012 - 11.2022
President/COO/CEO
CPI Corp
04.2005 - 02.2012
CEO/CIO eHealth Group
Publicis Groupe
04.1994 - 04.2005
IT / Business Professor
University Health Sciences
06.1990 - 04.1994
Bachelor's degree - economics
University of California San Diego
Doctoral degree - IT and finance
Creighton University
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