Alex Sutton
About Alex Sutton
Alex Sutton serves as the Senior Vice President of Information Technology at Operation HOPE, a position he has held since 2023. With extensive experience in IT management, he previously worked at Lee-Smith, Inc. and Mohawk Industries in various roles over a span of several years.
Work at Operation HOPE
Alex Sutton serves as the Senior Vice President of Information Technology at Operation HOPE, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the organization's IT strategy and implementation in Atlanta, Georgia. His leadership focuses on enhancing the technological infrastructure to support Operation HOPE's mission of promoting financial literacy and economic empowerment.
Previous Experience in Information Technology
Before joining Operation HOPE, Alex Sutton worked as the Director of Information Technology at Lee-Smith, Inc. from 2019 to 2023. In this role, he managed IT operations and strategy for the company in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Prior to that, he held various positions at Mohawk Industries, including Security Administrator II and Enterprise Backup Administrator, accumulating over 14 years of experience in different IT roles within the organization.
Military Background
Alex Sutton served in the United States Navy as an Operation Specialist from 1987 to 1995. During his eight years of service, he gained valuable skills in operations management and teamwork, which have contributed to his professional development in the field of information technology.
Career Progression in IT
Sutton's career in information technology began in 1997 when he worked as a Desktop Support Technician at AST Computer. He then transitioned to Mohawk Industries, where he held multiple roles, including Desktop Support Technician, Antivirus Endpoint Protection Team Lead, and Enterprise Backup Administrator. His extensive experience spans over two decades, showcasing a consistent progression in IT responsibilities and leadership.