Qualifications...
David M. Carlson, Ph.D.
Summary: A successful leader of technology with an extensive history of successfully directing IT functions for high profile companies including Kmart, IHS and Ingram Micro. Proficient at analyzing the mission and operating environments of both startup and mature organizations and determining the adequacy of IT to deliver value; especially with regard to serving customers. International business expert with proficiency at coordinating and directing complex systems projects throughout US, Canada, Europe and Asia. Talented communicator who served on or led many industry standards committees, including Uniform Code Council [which manages the UPC] and Voluntary Inter-industry Communications Standards [VICS] Committee. Has kept current on trends such as Cloud computing, cyber security, Big Data and the use of social media.