Chris Portinga
About Chris Portinga
Chris Portinga serves as the Technical Vice President at Datasite, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in technical services and operations, having held various leadership roles at Target Corporation and Be The Match, among others.
Current Role at Datasite
Chris Portinga has served as the Technical Vice President at Datasite since 2018. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing technical operations and leading initiatives that enhance the company's technology delivery and management. His position is based in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area, where he has contributed to the company's growth and innovation in the financial services sector.
Previous Experience at St. Catherine University
In 2018, Chris Portinga worked as a Consultant at St. Catherine University for a duration of one month. This role involved providing expert guidance and support in technical matters, leveraging his extensive experience in technology management.
Career Background at Target Corporation
Chris Portinga held multiple roles at Target Corporation from 1996 to 2010. He began as Manager of Corporate Wintel Technical Services, later advancing to Sr. Manager Wintel Technical Services, and then to Group Manager positions in various areas including Human Resources Development, Supply Chain Development, Business Intelligence, and Enterprise Application Support. His tenure at Target spanned over a decade, during which he developed significant expertise in supply chain and HR systems.
Experience at Be The Match
From 2012 to 2017, Chris Portinga worked at Be The Match, operated by the National Marrow Donor Program, in various infrastructure leadership roles. His responsibilities included managing technical services and operations, where he utilized his skills in IT governance and demand management. His experience at Be The Match contributed to his strong background in project and portfolio management.
Skills and Expertise
Chris Portinga possesses a diverse skill set that includes expertise in IT and business strategic planning, change management, and process improvement. He is certified in Agile CSM and has a strong foundation in business intelligence and database management. His ability to mobilize cross-organizational support and facilitate decision-making in complex situations has been a key asset throughout his career.