Why Choose The Virtual CIO as Your IT Consultant?
1 - Successful CIO
Tim has an impressive track record of achievement in roles such as CIO, Project Manager, and Financial Accountant, offering over 30 years of seasoned leadership and project management expertise to various organizations. Notably, he has dedicated the last two decades to the K-12 Education sector in British Columbia and served as the CIO for a BC School District for 8 years.
2 -Strategic Thinker
Achieving success in Educational Technology hinges on aligning IT investments with your school district's strategic plan and, ultimately, student learning outcomes. Tim will introduce a collaborative, stakeholder-driven approach to your district, guaranteeing that Technology plans are effective and reflect a unified vision and objectives.
3 - Experienced Leadership
Organizations require an IT Department proficient in relevant areas, dedicated to customer satisfaction, attentive to employees' requirements, and possessing a profound comprehension of the technological landscape within your school district. Tim has extensive experience collaborating with various school districts, overseeing staff recruitment across all tiers, and crafting sustainable professional development strategies.
4 - Implement Cybersecurity & Privacy Best Practices
Are you losing sleep over cybersecurity and privacy concerns? Tim, fully trained in CISSP-professional concepts, possesses profound expertise in advancing your organization's cybersecurity posture according to global standards. British Columbia's privacy laws rank among the strictest worldwide. Tim has collaborated with numerous districts, conducting privacy assessments and establishing streamlined procedures for managing the myriad applications deployed by school districts.
5 - Effective Project Management
Tim has been a highly effective Project Manager (PM) for more than three decades, boasting an extensive background in various technological implementations. With the prestigious international PMP designation under his belt, he served as a school district's Chief Information Officer (CIO) for eight years. Throughout his tenure, he has adeptly overseen diverse projects ranging from ERP and student information systems to Microsoft and Google platforms, network infrastructure enhancements, student analytics initiatives, device deployments, cloud migrations, and the integration of educational technology applications.