Jerry Fowler
About Jerry Fowler
Jerry Fowler serves as the Senior Director of Infrastructure and Chief Information Security Officer at Krispy Kreme, where he has worked since 2022. With over 27 years of experience in technology solutions and strategy, he has held various leadership roles in IT infrastructure across multiple organizations.
Work at Krispy Kreme
Jerry Fowler serves as the Senior Director of Infrastructure and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Krispy Kreme. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's technology strategy and infrastructure management. His role involves overseeing the implementation of technology solutions that align with business objectives, ensuring the security and efficiency of IT operations within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Jerry Fowler studied at Sumter County Career Center, where he earned a degree in Business Administration and Computer Operations from 1988 to 1991. His educational background provides a foundation for his extensive career in technology management. He possesses expertise in implementing IT infrastructures, managing project life cycles, and negotiating contracts across various sectors.
Background in IT Management
Fowler has over 27 years of experience in providing technology solutions and strategies to support business objectives. His career includes significant roles at various organizations. He was the Director of IT - Infrastructure at Wastequip from 2016 to 2018 and served as Corporate IT Manager at Carolina Handling from 2018 to 2019. He also held the position of Director of IT at Metrolina Greenhouses INC from 2019 to 2022.
Leadership and Team Management
Jerry Fowler is skilled in leading, training, and motivating teams of technically skilled professionals. His ability to develop effective working relationships within organizations and across multiple business units has been a key aspect of his career. He focuses on optimizing productivity by identifying strengths and weaknesses within teams and implementing relevant policies and systems.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before his current role at Krispy Kreme, Jerry Fowler worked at SMS Systems Maintenance Services as Manager of Infrastructure and Technology Operations from 2014 to 2016. His diverse experience includes managing IT operations and infrastructure projects, which has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of technology solutions in various business environments.