Don Gleason's Linkedin Analytics

I thrive at mastering leadership to balance strategy & delivery with future-ready solutions aligning with executive roles focused on innovation & transformation. I'm an accomplished professional with a diverse background in strategic program management, business ownership, leadership, corporate+IT governance, continuous improvement, & board membership. My customer-centricity fosters collaboration to align mission/vision (strategy) with transparency, innovation, and open communication to enable executing with excellence. Known for being culture-aware, inspiring teams to reach new heights, and making strategic decisions that turn challenges into triumphs! My intrapreneurial & entrepreneurial spirit - a defining aspect of my professional journey, is self-evident. I have successfully managed all aspects of business & tech - from sales to service delivery, demonstrating my drive & initiative. Before my role at DGCpartners, I gained extensive leadership & management experience with GD-BIW, Keane, IBM, & UHG-Optum. As an executive with UHG-Optum & BRP Consulting, I excelled in providing Business-IT solutions & sales expertise to employers & clients. My ability to create dynamic teams & deliver exceptional customer experiences is a hallmark of my contributions as a Program Delivery Executive. My entrepreneurial journey began early in my career when I was a business owner. Like other endeavors, I was pivotal in managing various aspects of all businesses I engaged with or employed by, including sales, accounts receivable & payable, staffing, consulting, governance/sponsorship & service delivery (client success). My educational foundation was established at Colorado State University, where I earned my bachelor's degree in wildlife biology. I then received a master’s degree in management from Thomas Edison State University. With a multifaceted background encompassing contract management, sales & marketing, business ownership, process optimization, and program delivery excellence, I bring a wealth of expertise, including non-profit board experience, and a unique perspective to building dynamic & successful teams. My unwavering commitment to excellence & ability to navigate diverse industries make me a precious asset to any organization I am a part of, instilling a sense of reassurance in potential employers. Program Management - BCP - IT Management - ITIL - IT Service Management - Business Intelligence (BI) - Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) - COBIT - CIO - HIE / HIO / HIN - Leadership - Employee Development - Board Director - Compliance