Joshua Lentz
About Joshua Lentz
Joshua Lentz is the Assistant Vice President and Product Owner for Digital Enablement and Automation Services at FM Global, with extensive experience in IT security, software development, and business process automation.
Current Position at FM Global
Joshua Lentz is the Assistant Vice President and Product Owner for Digital Enablement and Automation Services at FM Global. He has been in this role since 2021, based in Johnston, Rhode Island, United States. In this capacity, Joshua focuses on advancing digital enablement and automation within the company, developing custom software solutions and utilizing technologies such as VB.net, C#, and PowerShell. His work integrates the use of machine learning-based data extraction tools like HyperScience to enhance business operations.
Previous Roles at FM Global
Before his current role, Joshua was a Senior Automation Specialist in Intelligent Automation from 2018 to 2021, also in Johnston, Rhode Island. Prior to that, he served as a Principal Specialist at FM Global for an extensive 19-year period from 2002 to 2021. Throughout his tenure, he contributed significantly to the company's automation and digital enablement initiatives, helping to streamline processes and improve operational efficiencies.
Early Career Experiences
Joshua Lentz began his professional career in various IT and system administration roles. He worked as a System Administrator II at Walt Disney Internet Group from 2000 to 2001. Prior to that, he was a Network Administrator at Mammography Reporting Systems from 1997 to 2000. These roles equipped him with foundational skills in IT security, network administration, and automated software deployment using tools like SCCM and Marimba.
Educational Background
Joshua's educational journey started at Yarmouth High School, where he studied from 1988 to 1991. He attended Denison University for one year from 1991 to 1992. He then went to the University of Rhode Island from 1993 to 1996, followed by a year at the University of Southern Maine, where he studied Organic Chemistry from 1996 to 1997. Lastly, he attended the University of Washington from 1998 to 1999 to study Advanced Network Administration.
Technical Expertise and Specializations
Joshua Lentz has developed a strong expertise in IT security, custom software development, and automated software deployments. He frequently employs machine learning-based data extraction tools like HyperScience and leads business process automation initiatives using platforms like Bizagi and Blue Prism. He is also proficient in database design and report development using SQL Management Studio and SSRS, making him a versatile professional in the field of digital enablement and automation.