Bill Lowe
About Bill Lowe
Bill Lowe: Vice President Information Technology at Village Farms
Bill Lowe serves as the Vice President of Information Technology at Village Farms, where he has been the senior IT leader for over twelve years. His role includes managing the Development, Operations, and Security teams across the US and Canada. He emphasizes that all IT expenses must result in either a return on investment or mitigate risks quantitively. His responsibilities encompass IT operations, security, technology roadmaps, budgeting, IT compliance, project management, and IT due diligence in merger and acquisition activities.
Bill Lowe’s Extensive Information Technology Background
Bill Lowe brings over twenty-five years of experience in information technology across multiple industries. Throughout his career, he has worked with various companies as a consultant or employee. His portfolio includes significant projects with Broadway Video, Financial Times, SAAB, AT&T, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, and the New York City Board of Education. The systems Bill has contributed to have supported user bases ranging from thirty to over a million individuals.
Bill Lowe’s Expertise in IT Management and Strategy
With extensive expertise in IT management and strategy, Bill Lowe ensures that IT spending at Village Farms results in tangible returns or measurable risk mitigation. His responsibilities include overseeing IT operations and security, developing technology roadmaps, budget management, and ensuring compliance with IT regulations. Additionally, he handles project management and IT due diligence for merger and acquisition activities, leveraging his vast experience to optimize performance and alignment with business objectives.
Bill Lowe’s Educational Background and Certifications
Bill Lowe holds an MS in Data Communication and an MBA in Finance, complementing his technical and strategic knowledge with advanced academic credentials. He is also certified as a CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker), and PMP (Project Management Professional), which substantiates his proficiency in information security, ethical hacking, and project management.