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Thomas Weeks, Ed.D., PMP

Information Technology Leader/Mentor
Brandon,FL

Summary

Pragmatic, results-oriented executive with experience growing and leading high-caliber staff. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. A servant leader dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated teams comprised of skilled and productive individuals. Solid communication skills and a relentless work ethic, indicated by a proven track record of successful projects and technological growth at all of my previous employers. Adept at humanizing complex technical issues and developing solutions based on requirements.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Chief Technology Officer

Hillsborough County Public Schools
Tampa, Florida
09.2021 - Current


  • Revised and fine-tuned business continuity plan to maintain data protection in event of natural disaster or long-term outage.
  • Collaborated with third-party vendors to implement new Enterprise Resource Planning and Student Information systems.
  • Maintained thorough understanding of all key and current technologies, platforms and trends pertinent to the educational environment.
  • Maintained high-level knowledge of current and emerging technology relating to infrastructure, hardware, and applications.
  • Coordinated third-party vendors and client IT teams to seamlessly deliver effective solutions.
  • Developed and implemented long-term strategic technological blueprint.
  • Provided project leadership in dynamic technology-driven environment with multiple priorities.

Department Manager Infrastructure

Hillsborough County Public Schools
Tampa, Florida
10.2016 - 09.2021


  • Managed multi-million dollar network infrastructure projects for the 7th largest school district in the nation.
  • Leveraged alternative funding sources to maximize impact of technology replacement while minimizing impact on general fund balance.
  • Developed and maintained security protocols in conjunction with the information security team.
  • Researched and implemented innovative technology strategies to meet the needs in an ever changing academic and administrative environment.

Chief Information Officer

Dynamic Campus (University Of Tampa)
Tampa, Florida
06.2014 - 03.2016
  • Reduced operating costs by 10% in first year through vendor renegotiations.
  • Devised, wrote, and updated IT processes and procedures relating to operational best practices.
  • Researched new technologies and chose best options for the University's priorities and cost-effectiveness.
  • Guided selection process for the implementation of the University's new ERP and SIS systems.
  • Trained staff members on effective computer use and updated systems and software.
  • Identified solutions and approved purchases of new equipment and software based on need and best negotiated pricing.
  • Worked closely with vendors and technology partners on integrations, infrastructure and enterprise solutions.

Education

Doctor of Education - Educational Technology

Wilkes University, Wilkes-barre, PA
06.2015 - 12.2019

Master of Science - Education

Wilkes University, Wilkes-barre, PA
09.2012 - 12.2014

Skills

IT Management and delivery

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Timeline

Chief Technology Officer - Hillsborough County Public Schools
09.2021 - Current
Department Manager Infrastructure - Hillsborough County Public Schools
10.2016 - 09.2021
Wilkes University - Doctor of Education, Educational Technology
06.2015 - 12.2019
Chief Information Officer - Dynamic Campus (University Of Tampa)
06.2014 - 03.2016
Wilkes University - Master of Science, Education
09.2012 - 12.2014

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