John Svelnis
About John Svelnis
John Svelnis serves as the Senior Director of IT, Business Relationship Management at US Foods, where he has worked since 2002. He specializes in merger integration leadership and has a strong background in technology and business integration during acquisitions.
Work at US Foods
John Svelnis has served as Senior Director IT, Business Relationship Management at US Foods since 2002. In this role, he oversees technology initiatives and manages a portfolio of work valued over $35 million. His responsibilities include system development, integration, and infrastructure merging. Svelnis plays a crucial role in aligning IT strategies with business objectives, ensuring that technology supports the overall goals of the organization.
Previous Experience in Technology Consulting
Prior to his current position, John Svelnis worked at several technology firms. He was a Senior Principal Consultant at BEA Systems from 2000 to 2001. Before that, he served as a Senior Software Engineer at Bauhaus Technologies from 1999 to 2000. His experience also includes a three-year tenure as a Consultant at The Revere Group from 1996 to 1999. These roles provided him with a strong foundation in technology consulting and integration.
Merger Integration Leadership Expertise
John Svelnis specializes in merger integration leadership, focusing on the business and technology integration aspects during acquisitions. He was responsible for technology-related activities in the acquisition of the Food Group of Companies, a $3.2 billion organization. His expertise in this area enables him to effectively manage the complexities associated with merging different systems and processes.
Education and Expertise
John Svelnis holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he studied Strategy and Finance from 2001 to 2004. He also earned both a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) and a Master of Science (M.S.) in Civil Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, completing his B.S. from 1990 to 1994 and his M.S. from 1994 to 1996. His educational background supports his expertise in technology and business management.