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my name is Nick Forte and this is my resume/cv

About Me

Senior technology leader with a proven record of directing and leading successful delivery of various programs and digital technology initiatives. A builder of high-performance teams and a natural motivator who thrives in environments requiring both a big-picture strategist and an execution-oriented tactician. Extensive experience building, cultivating, and managing relationships with external vendors to effectively meet client needs. Focused on elevating organizational productivity through innovation, process efficiency, technical infrastructure, and overall system enhancement.

Education

  • 3rd

    MBA from Fordham University - NY

    Combining on my undergraduate studies in Finance and my professional experience in technology disciplines I received an MBA in Business Administration. Worked towards my MBA part-time while working full-time.

  • 2nd

    BS from Seton Hall University - NJ

    Attended a local university where I commuted and worked part-time while completing my BS degree in Finance. My focus was towards Business Finance at that time and pursuing a career in the Financial industry.

  • 1st

    Graduated from Essex Catholic Boys Regional H.S. - NJ

    One of the best educations I received was from Essex Catholic Boys Regional H.S. where they prepared me not only to be a man, but readied me for college and the professional world.

Professional Experiences

NBCUniversal, LLC
2018 - pres
Director of Enterprise Architecture, Employee Experience
Engaged in the strategy and alignment of a multi-year road map to transform the enterprise through various programs including Cloud, DevOps, Digital Workplace Experience and Process Automation. Collaborate and align with business and IT leaders on the strategy, processes, applications and data across the enterprise to optimize. Ensure proposed technical solutions not only align with the company’s overall digital strategy, but also ensures that groups enable and drive each other to meet the needs of the company’s objectives.
Realogy, LLC
2015 - 2018
Director of IT Strategy, Planning and Innovation
Focused on driving the digital transformation strategy across the enterprise while maturing the EA capabilities across our various business units. Involved in the next generation of consumer experience and a supporting digital ecosystem to support the next disruption in the real estate industry. Other core areas of transformation include cloud computing, advanced analytics, mobile experiences, digital identity and improved collaboration experiences.
Datlytics
2014 - 2015
Technology Strategy Advisor, Consultant
Establish strategic technology direction and architecture using Amazon Web Services and other third party solutions to provide a SaaS, multi-tenant, branded cloud platform for Analytics in the Travel, Tourism, Hospitality industry which includes Data Warehouse, Big Data, Business Intelligence, and Predictive Analytics solutions for our clients. Create operational transparency with these solutions and extend the clients data capabilities.
Citi
2012 - 2014
Senior Vice President, Enterprise Architecture
Matured the Enterprise Architecture practice with an emphasis on Business Architecture and working closely with the business in establishing target architectures and roadmaps within a 3-5 year time horizon. Instrumental in crafting the strategic vision of the division, incorporating design, new governance practices, and thought leadership across the organization.
Wyndham Worldwide
2007 - 2012
Senior Director of IT Strategy & Architecture
Led the development and governance practices, collaborating with various business leaders on transformation initiatives and strategic concepts. Developed methods to improve customer service and operation processes, developing target state architectures with a five-year strategic roadmap. Implemented solution architecture review processes, leading working group in streamlining of processes and portfolio rationalization. Led division in mobile technology strategy.
Cendant Corp
2002 - 2007
Director of Information Technology
Managed team performance of up to 25 people, including on and offshore sources, delivering on application development and business process management. Implemented division’s technology strategy and adhered to roadmap set forth by senior management. Developed relationships with various interactive agencies to delivery rich website experiences, as well as fresh media and content within tight timeline constraints. Implemented ITIL and SDLC practices, while coordinating efforts of various multi-functional groups across the organization. Estimated and reported on financial health of all strategic projects.

Contact

973.699.3307
nforte@yahoo.com
Twitter
https://twitter.com/fortehit
LinkedIn
http://linkedin.com/in/nforte
Skype
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Summary of Experience

Management Skills

IT Strategy and Planning
Technology Transformation
Operations Management
Governance
Program / Project Management
Team Management
Vendor Management
Financial Management
Beginner
Proficient
Expert
Master

Technology Areas

Consumer / Employee Experience Management
Cloud Strategy and Architecture
DevOps
Identity Management
Business Process Management
Data Analytics
Enterprise Architecture
Enterprise Content Management
Customer Relationship Management
UX Design
Beginner
Proficient
Expert
Master

Languages

English
Italian

Hobbies

Golf (Experience needed)
Fitness & Health
Classic Cars
Scotch and Cigar Aficionado