Andrew Barela
About Andrew Barela
Andrew Barela serves as the Senior Director of IT Digital Products, Global at Vantage Data Centers, where he leads the Digital Products Strategy and manages hybrid teams. He has extensive experience in information technology, having held various roles at DCP Midstream, Travelport, and other organizations over his career.
Work at Vantage Data Centers
Andrew Barela serves as the Senior Director of IT Digital Products, Global at Vantage Data Centers since 2023. In this role, he leads the Digital Products Strategy and Products Roadmap, focusing on areas such as Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Data Management, and Global Telemetry. He manages multiple hybrid and remote teams, which include Product Managers, Project Managers, Developers, and Data Engineers. His responsibilities also encompass overseeing solutions related to Business Intelligence Reporting, Machine Learning, and Generative AI.
Previous Experience at DCP Midstream
Before joining Vantage Data Centers, Andrew Barela worked at DCP Midstream in various capacities. He served as Manager of Information Technology from 2018 to 2023 and as IT Principal from 2013 to 2018. His tenure at DCP Midstream spanned a total of five years in Denver, Colorado, where he contributed to the company's IT initiatives.
Career at Travelport: Galileo International
Andrew Barela began his career at Travelport: Galileo International, where he worked as a Senior Software Developer from 1999 to 2006. His seven years at the company provided him with foundational experience in software development and technology solutions.
Education and Expertise
Andrew Barela has a solid educational background in Computer Science and Management Information Systems. He studied at the University of Wyoming, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Management Information Systems and Computer Science from 1996 to 1999. He also attended Sheridan Community College, achieving an Associate of Arts degree in General Studies from 1993 to 1995. Additionally, he studied Computer Science at the University of Mary for one year in 1995-1996.
Leadership Philosophy
Andrew Barela's leadership is guided by his mission statement: 'Listen to Learn, Learn to Act, Act to Transform.' This philosophy reflects his approach to managing teams and driving business transformation. He has expertise in robotic process automation and COTS applications, which further supports his contributions to organizational change.