IT Leader & Business Partner

Delivering results through practical IT leadership, strategic program governance, and infrastructure expertise in complex environments.

Open to IT Director roles and strategic consulting opportunities
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Nate Thompson, IT Leader

Practical IT Leadership

I solve complex technology challenges through practical leadership and strong business partnerships. With over 10 years of progressive experience across military, financial services, and pharmaceutical sectors, I specialize in managing critical IT initiatives, establishing project/portfolio management frameworks, and delivering infrastructure programs that deliver measurable results.

My approach focuses on getting things done - building teams, managing vendors, and ensuring projects deliver on time and budget. Whether leading $4M+ infrastructure programs across multiple sites, building project/portfolio management capabilities from the ground up, or managing technology transitions during M&A activities, I deliver reliable results in challenging environments.

From hands-on technical work in my military service to IT leadership in pharmaceutical environments, my career shows steady growth toward greater responsibility and organizational impact. I excel in complex situations where clear communication and systematic execution make the difference.

$4M+
Program Leadership
$10M+
Portfolio Management
90%+
Success Rate
$850K+
Cost Savings Delivered

IT Leadership Capabilities

Practical solutions with proven portfolio leadership, program governance, and infrastructure expertise

Technology Program & Portfolio Leadership

Lead complex technology initiatives and establish governance capabilities that deliver business value. I establish governance frameworks, manage stakeholder relationships, and create portfolio visibility that enables data-driven decision making.

Infrastructure Program Management

Lead multi-million dollar infrastructure programs across multiple sites and vendor ecosystems. Expert in facilities technology, network infrastructure, and enterprise systems deployment with proven track record in regulated environments.

IT Business Partnership

Build strong business partnerships while managing IT portfolios, budgets, and vendor relationships. Seeking IT Director or senior technology leadership roles where business partnership and execution drive organizational success.

Key Accomplishments

Proven results in complex, regulated environments

M&A Leadership / Pharmaceutical Divestiture

Major Pharmaceutical Asset Divestiture

Led IT workstream for pharmaceutical divestiture (VOWST) - directing 15 IT workstreams and 6 program managers to deliver zero-downtime transition with 15% cost reduction.

Infrastructure Program / Multi-Site

Facilities Technology Program

Led $4M+ infrastructure program across 7 biotech facilities supporting FDA approval pathway. Coordinated 15+ vendors, managed complex budgets, and delivered standardized technology foundations with 90%+ success rate.

Regulated Industry Expertise

Deep experience across compliance-critical environments

Associate Director, Information Technology

Seres Therapeutics (Pharmaceutical)
01/2024 to 10/2025

Led technology portfolio across complex asset divestiture - managing infrastructure, data, and system transitions under strict regulatory oversight.

  • Built IT governance from the ground up, delivering $10M+ portfolio visibility that supports regulatory compliance.
  • Managed 8-month Transition Service Agreement (TSA) for major asset divestiture, coordinating infrastructure, applications, and data transitions while reducing costs 15%.
  • Established project/portfolio management frameworks enabling technical leads to execute complex projects with standardized methodologies and consistent reporting.

Manager/Senior Manager, IT Program Management

Seres Therapeutics (Pharmaceutical)
01/2021 to 01/2024

Led $4M+ technology program across 7 facilities supporting FDA approval pathway and commercial pharmaceutical operations.

  • Delivered technology infrastructure for facilities supporting VOWST FDA approval - groundbreaking oral microbiome therapeutic through comprehensive program management.
  • Coordinated multi-site infrastructure deployment across R&D, manufacturing, and clinical facilities with complex vendor management and regulatory requirements.

Ready for Practical IT Leadership?

Whether you need an experienced IT leader or consulting expertise for a complex project, let's discuss how I can help your organization succeed.