Robert Kettell
About Robert Kettell
Robert Kettell is a Program Manager at Valorem Reply in Chicago, Illinois, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in technology operations and business development, having held senior roles at various organizations over the past several decades.
Work at Valorem Reply
Robert Kettell has been serving as a Program Manager at Valorem Reply since 2021. Based in Chicago, Illinois, he is responsible for overseeing a multi-million dollar portfolio of projects focused on cloud migration, IT modernization, and transformation strategy. His role involves negotiating with and managing hundreds of vendors and service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure successful technology outcomes.
Previous Experience in Technical Operations
Prior to his current role, Robert Kettell held several significant positions in technical operations and business development. He worked as Senior Vice President at Wynndalco Enterprises, LLC from 2014 to 2015, and as Senior Principal at EKI-Digital from 2015 to 2016. His experience includes a long tenure at SDI, where he served as Senior Vice President and Infrastructure Practice Manager from 2003 to 2014.
Leadership Roles in Information Technology
Robert Kettell has held leadership roles in information technology, including serving as Chief Information Officer (CIO) at City Colleges of Chicago from 2000 to 2003 and at Greater Illinois Title Company from 1995 to 1998. His expertise in building and retaining high-performance teams has contributed to delivering consistent and customer-focused results in these positions.
Educational Background and Certifications
Robert Kettell earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. He also holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Information Technology from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Additionally, he possesses several professional certifications, including CPA, PMP, CISA, CCP, and CGEIT.
Diverse Experience in Consulting and Management
Robert Kettell has a diverse background in consulting and management, having worked as a Management Consultant and Program Manager at Centric Consulting from 2019 to 2020. He also held a position as Senior Manager at Accenture from 1998 to 2000 and served as a Technology Solutions Business Development Executive at Sentinel Technologies from 2016 to 2018. His experience spans both public and private sectors, covering large-scale application and infrastructure areas.