Laughlin Peeples
About Laughlin Peeples
Laughlin Peeples serves as the Vice President of Global Infrastructure at FLEETCOR, where he has worked since 2018. He has a diverse background in technology and infrastructure, having held various roles at companies such as Dell Services, IBM, and Georgia Pacific.
Work at FLEETCOR
Laughlin Peeples currently holds the position of Vice President of Global Infrastructure at FLEETCOR, a role he has occupied since 2018. Prior to this, he served as Director of Infrastructure at the same company starting in 2017. His responsibilities include overseeing the global infrastructure strategy and ensuring the integration of advanced technologies to support the company's operations.
Previous Experience in Technology
Before joining FLEETCOR, Laughlin Peeples worked at Dell Services as an Enterprise Architect from 2012 to 2016. He also held the role of Associate Partner at IBM Security for one year, from 2016 to 2017. His earlier experience includes positions at Georgia Pacific LLC as a Technical Consultant and at Unisource Worldwide as a System Platform Manager, contributing to his extensive background in technology and infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Laughlin Peeples studied at the University of Georgia - Terry College of Business, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management Information Systems from 1993 to 1997. He possesses expertise in a variety of hardware and software products, including those from Dell, EMC, Compellent, Cisco, Juniper, HP, IBM, and Oracle, which enhances his capability in system integration and architecture.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Laughlin Peeples specializes in system integration design and system architecture, focusing on problem-solving and production support. He has designed an architecture capable of supporting over 6000 operating systems, utilizing multi-vendor support and the latest technologies. His diverse career experiences enable him to manage multi-disciplinary projects and navigate complex challenges effectively.
Career Development
Laughlin Peeples has a long-standing career in the technology sector, beginning as an Associate Technical Analyst at Georgia Pacific in 1998. Over the years, he has progressed through various roles, including Lead Analyst and Senior Technical Analyst at Georgia Pacific, and Lead Unix Engineer at Unisys. His career trajectory reflects a commitment to tackling challenges and maintaining composure in high-pressure situations.