Paul Kreeck
About Paul Kreeck
Paul Kreeck is an Application Development Manager with over a decade of experience at US Foods, where he employs Agile and Scrum methodologies to enhance team productivity. He advocates for servant leadership and has a strong background in web development and application management, having previously worked at Food Services of America in various roles.
Work at US Foods
Paul Kreeck has served as the Application Development Manager at US Foods since 2013. In this role, he focuses on managing application portfolios and team workloads to ensure alignment with business objectives. Kreeck advocates for a servant leadership style, promoting a team environment that balances hard work with enjoyment. He employs Agile and Scrum methodologies to enhance productivity and improve project delivery within his team.
Previous Experience at Food Services of America
Before joining US Foods, Paul Kreeck had an extensive tenure at Food Services of America. He worked in various capacities, starting as a PC Support Technician from 2000 to 2005, followed by a role as a Web Developer from 2005 to 2010. He advanced to Senior Web Developer from 2010 to 2012 and later became the Web Development Supervisor from 2012 to 2013. His diverse experience at the company contributed to his skills in web development and team management.
Education and Expertise
Paul Kreeck holds a Bachelor’s Degree in History from the University of Washington, which he obtained from 1994 to 1998. He furthered his education by earning a Certificate in Health Care Analytics from the same institution between 2018 and 2019. Kreeck is skilled in various technologies, including C#, ASP.NET, Angular, SQL, Azure DevOps, WebAPI, and Tableau. His educational background and technical skills support his role in application development and team leadership.
Background in Safety Coordination
Prior to his work in application development, Paul Kreeck worked as a Safety Coordinator at Lynden Transport from 1998 to 2000 in Kent, WA. This role provided him with foundational experience in managing safety protocols and team dynamics, which later influenced his leadership style in technology roles.
Leadership and Team Management
Paul Kreeck emphasizes the importance of trust in leading remotely distributed development teams. His approach to servant leadership fosters a collaborative environment that encourages high performance. Kreeck's experience in managing team workloads and aligning projects with business goals reflects his commitment to effective team management and productivity.