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This Thanksgiving, we're feeling extra grateful for our incredible Maris Consulting Group℠ team! 🦃🍂 Your hard work, dedication, and passion for connecting top talent with amazing companies make all the difference. Thank you for everything you do to help our clients thrive and for supporting each other every step of the way. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday filled with joy, gratitude, and great food!

At Maris Consulting Group℠ your trust and collaboration inspire us every day to deliver exceptional consulting solutions and build connections that truly make an impact. Today, as we gather with loved ones, we’re reminded of the relationships we’ve built with all of you. Thank you for being an essential part of our journey. Wishing you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving! 🍁

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What does it take to run a beer league endurance racing series with a $500 car limit? Catch the latest episode of the DeWinter Difference as Derek DeWinter sits down with John "Jay" Lamm, the mastermind behind the 24 Hours of Lemons. Learn about the challenges, the fun, and the unexpected journey of creating an anti-elitist racing phenomenon. Don't miss it!

One of my biotech clients is looking for a new VP of IT/Executive Director of IT. Please share my contact details if you know of anyone interested. This could be a long term role for the right candidate. Job Title: VP or Executive Director of IT Location: Prefer Hybrid in SF Start Date: Immediate Length: 3-6 months, possible contract to hire Position Overview We are seeking a seasoned Interim IT Leader to guide our IT and security efforts through a transitional phase until a permanent leader is appointed (anticipated February/March 2025). This role offers the potential for transition to full-time, based on performance and business needs. In this role, you'll oversee business and lab systems, manage key IT projects, and ensure our information security standards are met. If you’re a “jack of all trades” with a biotech background and extensive IT leadership experience, we invite you to help shape our team and contribute to high-impact projects across our organization. Key Responsibilities IT Leadership & Strategy: Provide executive oversight for our IT team and vendor relationships. Act as an interim leader, managing in-house team and third-party vendors. Security & Compliance: Lead security audits across software and hardware platforms, with a focus on safeguarding confidential data and ensuring regulatory compliance (e.g., Part 11). Collaborate with third-party vendors and manage responses to major security recommendations. Software Project Management: Oversee multiple software upgrade and validation projects O365, SharePoint, spam filtering, and cloud systems; manage software security settings and provide infrastructure guidance. Engage with cross-functional teams to understand and secure validated systems and software. Cloud & Database Administration: Facilitate the transition to a cloud domain environment, with particular emphasis on Azure AD and virtual environments. Identify issues with AWS, Azure servers, and VMware as needed, leveraging third-party support when required. Qualifications Experience: 10+ years in IT leadership roles, preferably as an Executive Director or VP in a smaller biotech or similar industry setting. Proven experience managing IT security, software, and infrastructure teams in biotech, including collaboration with third-party vendors. Technical Skills: Software Knowledge: O365, SharePoint, Lab systems, and other core business platforms. Security & Compliance: Familiar with security audits, compliance protocols (e.g., Part 11), and collaboration with third-party security vendors. Cloud Platforms: Proficient in Azure, knowledge of Azure AD, AWS, and VMware environments. Database Management: MS DBA skills preferred, but not required. Cultural Fit: Strong alignment with our patient-first, speak-up culture. Able to engage effectively with leadership across departments and foster a positive, patient-focused environment. Other Details Commitment: Part-time or full-time hours Start Date: Immediate.

Don’t miss the latest DeWinter Difference podcast episode with Dave Stephenson, Chief Business Officer at Airbnb, and his discussion with Derek DeWinter about the importance of gaining deep functional skills, the impact of mentorship, and Airbnb’s role as an Olympic sponsor. Perfect for anyone ready to grow in leadership! Give it a listen! 👉 https://lnkd.in/epCpv_DD