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Doug is a visionary digital leader and strategist dedicated to guiding clients through the digital transformation journey. His expertise lies in crafting innovative approaches that redefine operational models, propelling both business and IT towards new horizons of growth and efficiency. With a firm belief in the transformative power of emerging technologies, Doug leads an Emerging Technologies Practice in the U.S., fostering innovation as a fundamental pillar. His commitment to these technologies is profound, leading his team to empower clients to adopt cutting-edge strategies that reshape the way they conduct business. Boasting nearly two decades of experience, Doug’s profound insights into the intricacies of technology adoption are invaluable. His track record in devising and executing sophisticated solutions and strategies stands testament to his deep-seated understanding of the evolving digital landscape, positioning organizations to thrive in the modern business ecosystem.

Garrett has over 12 years of industry experience selling, designing, implementing, and working in and around Data Centers from being a customer to working at technology partners. He holds several industry certifications on selling, implementing, and maintaining infrastructure. He has extensive experience with a wide range of storage technologies, hypervisors, HVAC, and power distribution. \nIn the middle of his IT journey he worked in the education field, teaching high school electronic repair and robotic engineering. \nGarrett for the last 2+ years has worked within NetApp’s WWPS org as a Solution Innovation Architect. His tenure has him to building service solutions, go-to-market strategies, sales plays, and working with partners to champion NetApp capabilities as well as their own. He lives in Syracuse, NY with his wife, two children (9 and 4), and his Confetti Australian Schnauzer. In their free time they like to chase solar eclipses, geocache, and visit extended family. \n