Craig Tate
About Craig Tate
Craig Tate serves as the Senior Director of IT at Lone Wolf Technologies, where he focuses on developing user and business technology strategies. He has extensive experience in disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and cloud strategies, having held various IT roles at companies such as RealPage, OpenConnect, and Hilltop Holdings.
Current Role at Lone Wolf Technologies
Craig Tate serves as the Senior Director of IT at Lone Wolf Technologies, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's IT strategies and operations. His focus includes developing user technology strategies and business technology strategies to meet the organization's technical needs. His experience in the IT sector supports his leadership in driving technological advancements within the company.
Previous Experience at RealPage, Inc.
Craig Tate worked at RealPage, Inc. in various capacities from 2012 to 2018. He began as Engineer III, where he focused on process improvement, migration, and consolidation for three years. He then transitioned to the role of Senior Manager, IT, where he emphasized team building and process improvement for an additional three years. His tenure at RealPage contributed significantly to his expertise in IT operations.
Background in IT Operations and Engineering
Craig Tate has a diverse background in IT operations and engineering, having worked at several companies. He served as IT Operations at OpenConnect, an ActiveOps Company, focusing on standardization and operational efficiency. He also held the position of Senior Systems Engineer at OpenText, where he worked for four years. His experience spans roles that emphasize process improvement and operational strategies.
Education and Technical Expertise
Craig Tate studied Computer Science and Electrical Engineering at Richland Jr. College. He also attended Texas State University, where he pursued Vocal Performance for one year. His educational background supports his technical expertise in areas such as disaster recovery, business continuity planning, virtualization, and datacenter consolidation. He is known for his ability to tailor communication to various audiences, enhancing collaboration across different levels of an organization.
Leadership Roles and Skills
Throughout his career, Craig Tate has held several leadership roles, including Manager of Platform Engineering at Hilltop Holdings. In this position, he managed vendor engagement, budget planning, and training. His skills include focusing on SAN/storage alternatives and cloud strategies, which involve moving to and from cloud environments. His leadership style is characterized by a focus on clear communication and strategic planning.