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Jason Grant

Jason Grant

Johns Creek,GA

Summary

A seasoned leader with a passion for guiding organizations to their expected outcomes by aligning technology decisions with business strategy. Experienced with working in both start-up and high-growth environments while able to thrive under dynamic, fast-paced, and evolving situations. Adept at communicating and consulting with stakeholders of all levels. Effective sales business strategist with demonstrable record of exceptional year over year growth.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Enterprise Data Solutions

Verinext
Duluth, Georgia
04.2018 - 12.2023
  • Oversaw the design and implementation of the organization's data architecture solutions, including data storage systems, data management, governance and protection, disaster recovery and business continuity to align with strategic goals
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy, aligning it with business goals and objectives
  • This involved understanding the company's vision, identifying data-driven opportunities, and formulating a roadmap for data initiatives
  • Built strategic relationships with technology vendors and partners to help deliver new product and service offerings, explore potential collaborations, and leverage their expertise to enhance data solutions offerings
  • Worked closely with adjacent teams and business units within the company to ensure the delivery of integrated solutions that maximize revenue, profitability, and customer experience
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their business objectives, pain points, and data-related challenges
  • Conducted workshops, briefings, presentations, and demonstrations to showcase the capabilities of our solutions and how they can address the client's specific needs.

Manager, Solutions Architecture

Verinext
Duluth, GA
10.2009 - 04.2018
  • Primarily responsible for pre-sales solutions architecture of primary / backup / archive storage and virtual infrastructure environments, and solution presentation to customers
  • Enterprise level design of numerous storage systems in accordance with customer requirements and objectives
  • Backup / recovery / DR environment design and re-architecture with a strong focus maximizing existing investments
  • Managed lab facility for ongoing testing and qualification of multiple storage hardware, software, and related technologies.

Storage Architect

Beazer Homes
Atlanta, GA
01.2002 - 10.2009
  • Primarily responsible for ensuring the security, integrity and availability of enterprise-wide data and storage systems, and for maintaining smooth operation of centralized data center storage area network systems and remote office storage systems including disk arrays, tape libraries, fiber channel switches, cabling and other storage related infrastructure hardware and software as well as enterprise backup system
  • Designed and implemented primary and backup enterprise storage systems, data protection and management applications
  • Implemented multi-site fibre channel storage fabric to support data protection / replication for high availability
  • Created change control, data retention and offsite storage / media tracking policies
  • Performed routine monthly / quarterly audits to verify data integrity of file system, user, and application data
  • Experience with RFP creation and contract / vendor negotiations.

Education

Computer Information Systems -

Georgia Southern University

Skills

  • Sales Cycle Forecasting
  • Developing Business Strategy
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Enterprise Architecture & Sales
  • Partner Relationship Management
  • Strategic Technology Positioning
  • Customer Engagement Strategies
  • Building Client Relationships
  • Data Protection & Management
  • Driving Operational Efficiency
  • Project Management

Activities

  • Guitar
  • Travel
  • Snowboarding
  • Cooking
  • Technology
  • 3D Printing

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Director, Enterprise Data Solutions

Verinext
04.2018 - 12.2023

Manager, Solutions Architecture

Verinext
10.2009 - 04.2018

Storage Architect

Beazer Homes
01.2002 - 10.2009

Computer Information Systems -

Georgia Southern University

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