Richard Garner
About Richard Garner
Richard Garner is the Vice President of IT Global Applications at Epicor Software, with over 25 years of experience in IT team building and technology implementation to drive business growth.
Current Role at Epicor Software
Richard Garner currently serves as the Vice President of IT Global Applications at Epicor Software since 2017. In this role, he is based in Irvine, CA, where he leads global IT operations. His responsibilities include overseeing the implementation and management of IT applications that support the company's strategic objectives. Garner's role involves leveraging public cloud to enhance IT operations and drive business efficiencies.
Previous Positions at Epicor Software
Before his current role, Richard Garner held multiple senior positions at Epicor Software. From 2014 to 2017, he was the Senior Director of IT Strategy and Program Management, where he focused on developing and executing IT strategies. Prior to that, from 2012 to 2014, he was the Senior Director of Global Production Services, managing the production services on a global scale. His tenure at Epicor showcases his ability to lead large-scale IT programs and drive business growth through effective IT management.
Experience at PBM IT Solutions and FileNet
Garner has also worked at PBM IT Solutions (acquired by ePlus Technology) and FileNet (acquired by IBM). At PBM IT Solutions, he was the Manager of Engineering Services from 2005 to 2012, focusing on building effective engineering teams. At FileNet, he served as Manager of Intel Server Systems from 1999 to 2005, overseeing server system management. These roles contributed to his extensive experience in IT infrastructure and team building.
Early Career and Roles in IT
In the early years of his career, Richard Garner held various positions in IT and network systems. From 1996 to 1998, he was a Network Systems Engineer at Sprint, and from 1993 to 1996, he worked as a Senior Analyst at Verizon Wireless. He began his career as a Network Administrator at UC Irvine from 1990 to 1993. These roles provided him with a strong foundation in IT and network management.
Educational Background and Skills
Richard Garner studied at UC Irvine, earning a BA in Economics and Political Science. His education laid the groundwork for his 25-plus years of experience in IT. Garner specializes in building global IT organizations, IT transformations, public cloud strategies, and IT infrastructure migrations. His expertise extends to IT strategic and financial planning, enterprise applications, and aligning IT strategies with business initiatives, making him a seasoned leader in the IT field.