Garthen Leslie Independent business continuity consultant /Inventor, Business continuity planning, cloud computing, Software as a service (SAAS).
Location:
Columbia,
MD United States Joined:
Dec 27th, 2012
Dr. Leslie is a Senior IT Management Executive with extensive expertise in application development, IT consulting, infrastructure development, professional services, enterprise project management, storage management and implementation, global technical support, data center management and systems and desktop support. He is an accomplished visionary leader and manager of diverse workforces (local, national, and international). He has managed IT operations with proven strategic and bottom line successes in leveraging technical human capital, advanced hardware and software, and process improvement methodologies. As a director level executive at Johnson Controls, Teksystems, Fannie Mae and IBM, he has achieved superior outcomes in technology improvements and as a change agent. Additionally, Garthen is a senior level IT policy advisor and significantly influenced bottom line business results at these highly respected organizations. He also held management and technical positions with Computer Science Corporation, Computer Task Group, General Motors Corporation, and the Department of Energy.
Dr. Leslie received a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Alabama A&M University, a MBA with a focus on Marketing from the George Washington University, a Masters in Computer Science from Pacific Western University, and a Doctorate in Management from the University of Maryland University College. In addition, he is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt and completed the highly rated IBM Management School and the IBM Sales and Systems Engineering School.
Dr. Leslie has been a member of the Senior Executive Service in government and has provided Information Technology consultation services to many other organizations in the capacity of a consultant and IT proposal development and reviewer. In addition, he has been a senior IT instructor (Large Systems, Storage Systems, and legacy Systems) covering hardware, software, and processes. He has lead customer system assurance projects and managed critical situation teams. He has developed and implemented business continuity processes and implemented employee review and reward processes. He has served as a volunteer Board member of his Condominium Association. Dr. Leslie is an amateur numismatists and the inventor of Aros (world’s smartest window Air conditioner).
Lastly, Dr. Leslie residences in Columbia, Maryland with his wife, where they enjoy numerous activities including live theatre, music and other performing arts. In addition, they enjoy international travel, exploring various cultures, reading, and dining.
Independent Business Continuity Consultant|
Self-employed
From January 2015 to Current • 11 year(s)
Provides business continuity planning, cloud computing, and SaaS services to small-midsize government contractors.
Inventor|
Quirky, Inc.
From January 2013 to January 2015 • 2 year(s)
Developed smartphone app for remote AC control and designed new Window AC with IoT features.
Associate Chief Information Officer|
US Department of Energy
From January 2010 to January 2011 • 1 year(s)
Managed IT operations, budgets, and implemented $1B support contract for cabinet-level department.
Independent Business Continuity Consultant|
Self-employed
From January 2009 to January 2010 • 1 year(s)
Provided business continuity planning and disaster recovery services to small government contractors.
Chief Information Officer|
Columbia Association
From January 2007 to January 2009 • 2 year(s)
Directed IT operations for quasi-governmental organization with 20,000 employees and 1M residents.
Director, Global Enterprise Project Management|
Johnson Controls
From January 2002 to January 2007 • 5 year(s)
Deployed global EPM system across 32 countries, reducing project costs by 65% and increasing customer satisfaction.
Director, National Field Operations|
Teksystems Inc.
From January 1997 to January 2002 • 5 year(s)
Directed 10 regional directors and 700+ technical employees, developed training programs saving $6M annually.
Director of Data Center and Storage Systems|
Federal National Mortgage Association
From January 1993 to January 1997 • 4 year(s)
Managed IT infrastructure and systems for mortgage-backed securities development and disaster recovery.
Systems Analyst|
Computer Science Corporation
From January 1981 to January 1993 • 12 year(s)
Systems analysis, data center operations, software testing, and database management.
Lead Software Developer/Technical Analyst|
General Motors Corporation
From January 1981 to January 1993 • 12 year(s)
Software development, technical analysis, and business process management.
Director/Manager - Various Roles|
IBM Corporation
From January 1981 to January 1993 • 12 year(s)
Multiple leadership roles including executive briefings, critical situations management, and education.
