Bob Barrett
About Bob Barrett
Bob Barrett serves as the Lead IT Strategist at Bridgepointe Technologies, bringing over 37 years of experience in the IT industry. He has held various leadership roles in sales and consulting, demonstrating a strong commitment to client needs and business solutions.
Work at Bridgepointe Technologies
Bob Barrett has served as the Lead IT Strategist at Bridgepointe Technologies since 2020. In this role, he focuses on developing and implementing IT strategies that align with client needs. His responsibilities include designing business solutions that enhance operational efficiency and address specific challenges faced by clients. Barrett's tenure at Bridgepointe Technologies has allowed him to leverage his extensive experience in IT to foster client relationships and deliver tailored solutions.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Bridgepointe Technologies, Bob Barrett held several significant positions in the IT industry. He worked as the Director of Recovery & Continuity Consulting Sales at Forsythe Technology from 2003 to 2007. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Sales at Sayers from 2001 to 2003. Barrett also spent seven years as a Senior Strategic Account Executive at SunGard Availability Services from 2008 to 2015. His career began at Comdisco, where he held the position of Senior Vice President of Sales for 18 years.
Education and Expertise
Bob Barrett earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance from the University of Illinois Chicago, where he studied from 1974 to 1978. His educational background complements his extensive professional experience in the IT sector, which spans over 37 years. Barrett's expertise encompasses various domains including Cloud services, Colocation, Managed Services, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Network Optimization, Security, Hardware Sourcing, and Contract Negotiations.
Leadership and Management Skills
Throughout his career, Bob Barrett has held executive and sales leadership positions at multiple organizations, including Comdisco, Forsythe, and SunGard Availability Services. He is recognized for his strong work ethic and competitive attitude. Barrett employs a consultative approach to understand client business challenges, which enhances his problem-solving capabilities. His leadership style emphasizes responsiveness, honesty, and integrity in addressing client needs.