Dharmen Patel

Dharmen serves as the Vice President of Information Technology, bringing over 20 years of extensive experience across various sectors including education, manufacturing, and financial services. Prior to joining our team, Dharmen was the Director of Information Technology at Keuka College, where he led strategic planning and oversaw the execution of IT client services for four years. His leadership at Keuka College was marked by successful collaborations with academic leaders to enhance classroom technologies, the establishment of a robust IT governance framework ensuring compliance with industry standards, and the implementation of measures to protect systems from cyber threats and data breaches.

Dharmen's prior experience includes serving as the Senior IT Manager for Atlanta Public Schools, where he effectively managed technology operations for primary and middle schools. His career also features leadership roles in technology operations at notable organizations such as Supply Chain Operations, Diversified Maintenance Systems, and HSBC Financial Services.

Dharmen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Radiological Technology from the City University of New York. He is also a Microsoft Certified Professional, a Certified Microsoft Innovative Educator, and possesses a Microsoft Certified Security Compliance certification, underscoring his expertise and commitment to excellence in the field of information technology.