Professional Overview
Daniel is a seasoned IT and operations executive with a strong track record of leveraging technology to enhance organizational efficiency and drive business growth. With a deep understanding of the energy sector, he specializes in modernizing infrastructure, optimizing operational processes, and implementing cutting-edge solutions to improve customer experiences.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Technology Officer at Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, Inc., Daniel is responsible for overseeing the company's entire technology ecosystem, including IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives. He has played a pivotal role in modernizing the cooperative's technology stack, streamlining operations, and enhancing customer service through the deployment of innovative solutions.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Daniel served as the Chief Information Officer at Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, Inc., where he led the organization's IT strategy and spearheaded several key projects, including the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system and the development of a robust disaster recovery plan. He also held the position of IT Director, where he successfully managed the IT department and provided strategic direction for the organization.
Earlier in his career, Daniel held roles as the Deputy IT Director at Curry County and the Support Services Manager at Universal Health Services, where he demonstrated his ability to optimize technology infrastructure and drive operational improvements.
Academic Background
Daniel holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Oregon, where he graduated with Honors. He has also completed several industry-specific certifications, including the Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) and the Project Management Professional (PMP) credentials.
Areas of Expertise
- IT infrastructure management and optimization
- Cybersecurity and risk mitigation
- Enterprise application implementation and integration
- Digital transformation and process automation
- Strategic technology planning and execution
- Operational efficiency and cost optimization
- Effective leadership and team management
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, Inc., Daniel has led the successful implementation of a new customer information system (CIS), which has resulted in a 20% improvement in billing accuracy and a 15% reduction in customer service response times. He has also spearheaded the deployment of a robust automated metering infrastructure (AMI) solution, enabling the cooperative to enhance grid monitoring, improve outage management, and provide more accurate usage data to its customers.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in the energy and utilities sector, Daniel is poised to continue driving technological innovation and operational excellence at Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, Inc. As the Chief Technology Officer, he is committed to leveraging cutting-edge technologies to optimize the cooperative's performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and position the organization for long-term success.
