Gareth Cleland
About Gareth Cleland
Gareth Cleland serves as the Global Director of IT at Finn Partners, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in IT management, having held various roles at RMJM and KPMG, and has successfully delivered IT projects across eight countries.
Work at FINN Partners
Gareth Cleland has served as the Global Director of IT at FINN Partners since 2014. In this role, he oversees the company's IT strategy and operations, focusing on enhancing technology services across the organization. His leadership includes managing IT projects that support the company's global initiatives and ensuring the effective delivery of IT services.
Previous Experience at RMJM
Before joining FINN Partners, Gareth Cleland held multiple positions at RMJM, a global architecture and design firm. He worked as IT Manager for Europe from 2007 to 2009, Head of IT Operations and Infrastructure from 2011 to 2012, and Head of IT from 2012 to 2014 in the Greater New York City Area. His tenure at RMJM also included roles as Senior UK Systems Administrator and Group IT Infrastructure Lead, contributing to his extensive IT management experience.
Education and Expertise
Gareth Cleland earned a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce with a focus on Information Systems from the University of the Witwatersrand, studying from 1997 to 2000. His educational background supports his expertise in IT management and systems administration, equipping him with the necessary skills to lead IT initiatives effectively.
IT Project Management and Transformation
Gareth Cleland has successfully delivered IT projects in eight different countries, demonstrating his adaptability in managing diverse environments. He focuses on transforming IT services from on-premises solutions to public cloud systems, including email, telephony, unified communications, file storage, and Financial/ERP systems. His work reflects a commitment to modernizing IT infrastructure.
Team Management and Stakeholder Relations
Gareth Cleland has management oversight experience involving up to 20 staff members, supporting 1200 users. He demonstrates proficiency in team management, career development, mentoring, and coaching. Additionally, he possesses extensive experience in building positive relationships with company stakeholders and vendors, which is essential for successful IT operations.