Ross M. Boekhoff
About Ross M. Boekhoff
Ross M. Boekhoff is a Principal Architect at Patterson Companies, Inc. with extensive experience in enterprise architecture and IT strategy development, having previously held positions at Lifetouch, Cargill, and Ecolab among others.
Work at Patterson Companies
Ross M. Boekhoff has been serving as Principal Architect at Patterson Companies, Inc. since 2020. His role involves overseeing architectural strategies and ensuring alignment with the company's IT objectives. Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he has contributed to the development of efficient IT frameworks that support the company's operational goals.
Previous Experience at Lifetouch
Before joining Patterson Companies, Ross Boekhoff worked at Lifetouch as a Senior Enterprise Architect from 2014 to 2017. During his tenure in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, he focused on enhancing enterprise architecture practices and aligning IT strategies with business needs.
Career Background in Enterprise Architecture
Ross Boekhoff has extensive experience in enterprise architecture, having held various positions across multiple organizations. He worked at Ecolab as Chief Architect from 2007 to 2012 and as an Enterprise Architecture Consultant for a brief period in 2014. His role at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota as Director of Enterprise Architecture from 2012 to 2013 further solidified his expertise in this field.
Education and Expertise
Ross Boekhoff studied at the University of Minnesota and the University of Colorado. He possesses expertise in developing efficient and cost-effective IT strategies, along with skills in strategic project management and initiative analysis. His educational background supports his capabilities in business strategies as part of his enterprise architecture skill set.
Notable Positions Prior to Patterson Companies
In addition to his current role, Ross Boekhoff has held several notable positions. He served as a Senior Enterprise Architect at Cargill from 2017 to 2019 and as Director of Architecture and Engineering at Carlson Marketing from 2003 to 2005. His diverse experience includes roles at Cognizant Technology Solutions and RBC Investor & Treasury Services.