George Dramalis
Chief Information Officer
Professional Overview
George Dramalis is an accomplished Chief Information Officer with over 25 years of experience driving digital transformation and operational excellence across the retail and electronics industries. As the CIO of Symbotic, he is responsible for leading the company's information technology strategy, overseeing the implementation of cutting-edge technologies, and ensuring the seamless integration of innovative solutions to support business growth.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Chief Information Officer at Symbotic, George is spearheading the company's technological vision and accelerating its digital capabilities. He is instrumental in aligning IT initiatives with Symbotic's broader business objectives, leveraging data-driven insights to drive operational efficiencies and enhance the customer experience. Under his leadership, the organization has streamlined its information systems, optimized workflows, and implemented robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard critical assets.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Symbotic, George held executive-level IT roles at prominent organizations, including C&S Wholesale Grocers and Sharp Electronics. As the EVP and CIO at C&S Wholesale Grocers, he led the transformation of the company's technology infrastructure, automating key processes and implementing cloud-based solutions to improve scalability and agility. During his tenure at Sharp Electronics, he served as the VP and CIO, overseeing the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies that enhanced the company's competitive edge.
George's diverse background also includes roles as the Director of Accounting at Sharp Electronics and a Manager at KPMG Consulting, where he honed his expertise in finance, strategic planning, and project management.
Academic Background
George holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he graduated with honors. He is a recognized thought leader in the field of information technology and has completed various executive leadership programs to further enhance his strategic and operational skills.
Areas of Expertise
- IT strategy and digital transformation
- Enterprise-wide technology implementation
- Cybersecurity and data governance
- Cloud computing and infrastructure optimization
- Process automation and workflow optimization
- Financial management and accounting
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, George has demonstrated a track record of driving measurable business impact through the strategic deployment of technology. At C&S Wholesale Grocers, he spearheaded the implementation of a cloud-based ERP system, resulting in a 30% reduction in IT infrastructure costs and a 20% improvement in operational efficiency. At Sharp Electronics, he led the development of a custom B2B e-commerce platform, which contributed to a 15% increase in online sales and a significant improvement in customer engagement.
As the CIO of Symbotic, George is poised to continue his legacy of transformational leadership, leveraging his deep industry expertise and innovative mindset to propel the company's technological capabilities and deliver unparalleled value to its customers.
