Kevin D Blanchard Email Address

Chief Information Officer

SVP Worldwide is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of consumer and artisan sewing machines and accessories. The group was united in February 2006 when American equity firm Kohlberg & Company| owner of the Singer brand, acquired Swedish VSM Group| the parent company of the Husqvarna Viking and Pfaff brands. Today, management of the SVP Worldwide is divided between the U.S. and Sweden. Singer, founded in 1851, is one of world's leading sellers of household sewing machines, with manufacturing facilities in Brazil and China, 10 overseas marketing operations and a network of third-party distributors selling products in more than 190 different countries. VSM is the leader in the premium segments of its industry, with manufacturing facilities in Sweden, 16 sales companies and distributors in 57 countries with the world's largest dealer network consisting of some 4,100 sales-points. Our goal is to provide our distributors, customers, and consumers with industry leading products, education, and standards of service. As a group, we are better positioned to respond to the needs of consumers worldwide. Read more about Kohlberg at www.kohlberg.com/aboutfs.html.

IT BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION EXECUTIVE Special Expertise in Digital and Cloud-based Information Technology A forward-looking IT executive with proven success partnering with the business in management of complex technology portfolios to drive results. I am a bridge-builder, strategic planner, and change agent focused on matching technology modernization strategies to complex, multidimensional business and technical needs. With a passion for technology innovation, I serve as a trusted advisor to all stakeholders from users to the Sr. Management. I believe strongly in forging solid relationships and partnerships at all levels, and building and developing world-class, collaborative IT teams. My extensive cross-industry expertise spans technology development, implementation, platform migration, and management for enterprise application suites and omni-channel technology solutions. This real-world, hands-on experience is complemented by a solid academic foundation including a Master’s Degree in Technology Management. As the critical bridge between the business and IT, I have led multiple large-scale, multimillion dollar re-platforming projects, accomplished seamless IT integrations for acquired companies, and substantially improved customer service and competitive advantage through both business and IT process improvement initiatives. The breadth of my capabilities includes: Strategic & Tactical Planning | Technology Operations Management | Vendor Management Outsourcing | Full SDLC Project Management | IT Governance & Compliance Call Center Management | Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) I enjoy holding a varied scope of responsibility including strategic planning, tactical planning, technology management, and general operations. Adept at providing strategic direction for the entire technology suite so as to further business goals, objectives, and strategies, I have ably managed large, complex IT budgets.