Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Teresa Gunn is a seasoned IT and asset management professional with over 25 years of experience in the finance and payments industry. In her current role as Senior Director of IT Business Services Asset Management at Global Payments Inc., she is responsible for leading a team that oversees the strategic management and optimization of the company's technology assets and infrastructure.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Senior Director of IT Business Services Asset Management at Global Payments Inc., Teresa is accountable for the end-to-end asset management lifecycle, including procurement, inventory, deployment, maintenance, and disposition of all IT-related assets. She collaborates cross-functionally to ensure the efficient and cost-effective utilization of the company's technology investments, contributing to its overall operational excellence.
Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Teresa held several leadership positions at TSYS, a leading provider of payment processing solutions. She served as the Associate Director of Asset Management, overseeing the implementation of asset management strategies and optimizing the company's technology portfolio. Before that, she was a Senior Client Evaluation Consultant, providing subject matter expertise and strategic guidance to key clients.
Earlier in her career, Teresa held the role of Director of IT Asset Management at Global Payments Inc., where she was instrumental in developing and implementing comprehensive asset management policies and procedures to drive operational efficiencies and cost savings.
Academic Background
Teresa holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Georgia, with a specialization in Information Systems.
Areas of Expertise
- IT asset management and optimization
- Technology procurement and lifecycle management
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
- Strategic planning and process improvement
- Data analysis and business intelligence
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Teresa has successfully led the implementation of several enterprise-wide asset management initiatives, resulting in significant cost savings and improved resource utilization. She is recognized as a subject matter expert in her field, frequently contributing to industry publications and speaking at relevant conferences.
Conclusion
With her extensive experience, strategic mindset, and proven track record of driving operational excellence, Teresa Gunn is poised to continue making a meaningful impact in the IT asset management domain. Her dedication to optimizing technology investments and fostering collaborative partnerships positions her as a valuable asset to the organizations she serves.
