Andy Narendra

ANDY NARENDRA
(619) 502-1663

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly skilled IT Director with 18+ years of experience overseeing complex information systems, leading eCommerce projects, and developing online growth strategies for nationwide and global corporations. Proven success in establishing strategic plans while navigating cross-functional teams through multifaced initiatives. Remarkable capacity to respond to organizational needs, foreseeing short and long-term impact decisions.

EXPERIENCE

Chief Operating Officer
Schultz Grimes, Inc. (2017–Present)

•    Increased revenue by 10% YOY
•    Collaborated with the Product Development Teams on modifying and improving go to market products
•    Managed International Partners and Manufacturers including: Asia, Europe, and North America
•    Created, implemented, and managed temporary and long-term Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs.)
•    Established policies to promote company culture and vision

Director of Technology
Guardian Health Sciences, Inc.  (2010-present)

•    Oversaw and managed entire IT infrastructure and hiring of third-party vendors for project delivery within budget from day one
•    Designed, developed, and maintained e-commerce website including add‐on functionalities, payment system and provided technical support
•    Collaborated with V.P. of Sales and Marketing to develop corporate, crisis, and internal communications, executive positioning and communications strategies and direct business press outreach
•    Outlined and executed company’s SEO and online marketing strategy

Co-Founder
GUNA, LLC (2007-2017)

•    Provided leadership and guidance over all aspects of small business operations including client service delivery, client branding, content and other assets, program and project management, client communications, and resource management 
•    Developed project deliverables and timelines and ensure their punctual completion
•    Spearheaded creative programs and design concepts ensuring client objectives and brand strategies are met
•    Responsible for carrying out all aspects of online marketing through a range of different digital media on all projects.  

Project Manager  
Sol Engineering, Inc.  (2007-2010)

•    Planned, directed, and maintained critical path schedules, client service delivery and resource management of assigned construction projects
•    Coordinated and provided client relations on all contractual requirements, design drawings, and project specifications including: project coordination, project controls, project calendar management and project permitting
•    Executed communications with City, County, and State agencies ensuring project code compliance