Michael Rawlings
About Michael Rawlings
Michael Rawlings is a Technology Lead at Vistra, with a diverse career spanning various roles in IT and retail management. He has extensive experience in managing complex IT systems and cloud solutions architecture across multiple industries.
Work at Vistra
Michael Rawlings currently serves as the Technology Lead at Vistra, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he has led the integration and transformation program, focusing on technologies such as SAP S/4HANA, Salesforce, Informatica, and ViewPoint. His efforts have contributed to enhancing customer insights and achieving a comprehensive 360-degree view of the customer base through advanced technology solutions.
Education and Expertise
Michael Rawlings has pursued various educational programs to enhance his technical skills. He studied HP StorageWorks P4000 SAN Configuration and Administration, Azure, and VMware, achieving certifications such as VCP and MCITP - Enterprise Admin. He has also been studying VMware VCP5-DCV and VCAP5-DCD since 2014, indicating a commitment to continuous professional development in cloud and virtualization technologies.
Background
Michael Rawlings has a diverse career history that spans multiple industries, including retail, tobacco, healthcare, and communications. He transitioned from retail management roles, such as Restaurant Manager at Taco Bell and Store Manager at Crazy John's, to senior technical positions in IT and architecture. His extensive experience includes roles at British American Tobacco, Care Quality Commission, and Brunswick Group.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Michael Rawlings has demonstrated a strong capability in managing and implementing complex IT systems. His role as Global Solutions Architect at British American Tobacco involved overseeing platform solutions, while his position as Solutions Architect - Cloud at the Care Quality Commission focused on cloud technology implementations. His leadership in technology initiatives at Vistra has played a significant role in improving customer insights.