Howard ‘Bud’ Phillips
About Howard ‘Bud’ Phillips
Howard 'Bud' Phillips is the Chief Information Officer at Elevate, with a strong background in decisioning and business process management. He has held various leadership roles in notable companies, including Capital One and Deloitte Consulting, and has significant experience in legal vertical information technology.
Current Role at Elevate
Howard ‘Bud’ Phillips serves as the Chief Information Officer at Elevate. His role involves overseeing the company's information technology strategy and operations. Phillips has been with Elevate since 2015, contributing to the organization with his extensive background in decisioning and business process management.
Previous Experience at Capital One Financial
Before joining Elevate, Phillips worked at Capital One Financial as Vice President of Decisioning/Response Services from 2002 to 2008. During his six years there, he focused on optimizing decision-making processes and enhancing operational efficiency within the organization.
Educational Background
Phillips holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School, where he studied from 1986 to 1988. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Business and Economics from William & Mary, studying from 1978 to 1982. His education has provided a strong foundation for his career in information technology and business management.
Expertise in Business Operations
Phillips specializes in decisioning, business process management, and business rules. His expertise indicates a strong focus on optimizing business operations. He also possesses knowledge in lean thinking and agile software development, which are essential for modern IT and business practices.
Consulting and Leadership Experience
Phillips has a broad consulting background, having worked at Deloitte Consulting as a Partner from 1998 to 2002 and at Monitor Group as a Global Account Manager from 1988 to 1998. His experience spans both small, high-growth consulting firms and large, established multi-service consulting firms, showcasing his adaptability in various business environments.