Jeff Childers
About Jeff Childers
Jeff Childers serves as the Director of Infrastructure and Computing Services at The Wendy's Company, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in IT governance, data center operations, and senior leadership across various sectors, including insurance, financial services, hospitality, and retail.
Current Role at Wendy's
Jeff Childers has been serving as the Director of Infrastructure and Computing Services at The Wendy's Company since 2021. In this role, he oversees the infrastructure and computing services, ensuring that the company's IT systems operate efficiently and effectively. His responsibilities include managing IT governance and data center operations, which are critical to supporting the company's technology needs.
Previous Experience in Technology Management
Prior to his current position, Jeff Childers held several senior roles in technology management. He worked at CEC Entertainment as the Senior Director of Technology and Service Management from 2015 to 2017. He also served as the Senior Project Manager at OPTUM CARE for a brief period in 2021 and as the Senior Director of Infrastructure and Support at Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers from 2018 to 2020. His extensive experience in these roles has contributed to his expertise in IT integration and service management.
Educational Background
Jeff Childers studied at The University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from 1989 to 1992. This educational foundation has provided him with critical thinking skills that are beneficial in his management and leadership roles within the technology sector.
Expertise in IT and Leadership
Jeff Childers possesses a strong background in IT governance, data center operations, and cloud computing technologies. He has a proven track record in recruiting and retaining top talent in the IT industry. His management philosophy focuses on reducing unplanned work to enhance team capacity for innovation. He has also delivered systems and transformation projects across various regions, including North America, EMEA, and APAC.
Skills and Industry Knowledge
Jeff Childers has developed key skills in ITIL, ITSM, PMP, Agile, AWS, Azure, PCI, SOX, VMWare, and DevOps. His industry expertise spans insurance, financial services, hospitality, and retail sectors. He has served in senior leadership roles at both public and private international companies, demonstrating his capability to manage complex IT environments and drive operational efficiency.