Softtek Appoints New Head of Communications and Technology Sector
David Olivencia joins Softtek as Senior Vice President of Communications and Technology. He comes from Verizon, where he previously held the position of Director of IT Strategy & Planning for Verizon.
- (1888PressRelease) July 14, 2014 - Softtek, founder of the nearshore industry and a leading global IT services provider dedicated to maximizing the value of applications, announced today the incorporation of David Olivencia, who joins the company as Senior Vice President of Communications and Technology, The focus of his role is to further accelerate the business results delivered to Softtek's valued customers in the telecom sector. Prior to joining Softtek, David held the position of Director of IT Strategy & Planning for Verizon, where he led a team focused on leveraging IT to enable Verizon's business imperatives.
"I am truly excited about working with Softtek's global team, unique company culture and tremendous assets to help customers optimize their IT investments and leverage disruptive technologies to accelerate competitive advantage. Softtek is delivering this value to numerous global 1000 companies, and I look forward to bringing more of these efficient and innovative solutions to my sector," stated Olivencia.
David brings a strong background in international business strategy and information technology, holding prominent IT leadership roles in organizations that include Verizon, Oracle, Ford, NTT, and Accenture. He joins the Softtek US leadership team, and is based out of Chicago, IL. His incorporation to the firm comes at a time in which Softtek continues to strengthen its industry focus, provide solutions that drive efficiencies, and help customers transform into digital business.
"We are pleased and honored to welcome David to the Softtek team," said Marcos Jimenez, CEO of Softtek US & Canada. "With David's understanding of a variety of client challenges, business acumen and successful track record in the high tech sector, his leadership will be a strong complement to Softtek's growing business."
David is also co-founder and Board member of HITEC (Hispanic IT Executive Council) and serves on the Board of Directors of the Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute with 10 members of the U.S. Congress. He was recognized as one of the Most Influential Hispanics in America by Hispanic Business Magazine and by Crain's Detroit Business' "40 under 40." David is a dynamic speaker on technology's impact on businesses and corporate governance and has shared his insights in prominent forums, including the U.S. Congress, NASDAQ Opening Bell, NACD (National Association of Corporate Directors), NASA, Business Week, and Comcast Newsmakers, among others. He also serves on the Board of Notre Dame's Mendoza School of Business, where he earned his MBA.
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