Phillip R. Kennedy — Founder
Strategic IT Leadership for Growing Companies Helping non-technical founders and small business leaders scale without getting slowed down by their own systems The Problem Most companies don’t fail because they dream too small. They fail because their technology trips them up before they ever hit full speed. Systems that don’t talk to each other Vendors that overpromise and underdeliver Teams that pull in different directions Operational chaos hidden behind "we’ll fix it later" Growth without fundamentals isn't a shortcut—it's a detour. Real business expansion is about building systems that scale with integrity, not just adding layers of complexity to a shaky core. The Outcome I help you build a stronger, smarter, simpler technology foundation — one that scales with your business, not against it. ✅ Faster operations ✅ Smarter use of tools and teams ✅ Fewer expensive mistakes ✅ A clear, flexible roadmap for growth ✅ More time spent leading — less time fighting fires My Approach I’m not here to sell you systems you don’t need or waste months writing strategy decks nobody reads. I’m here to help you: Fix what’s broken (before it costs you real money) Align your people, process, and platforms (so they work together, not against each other) Build momentum you can actually feel (and measure in real-world results) I bring 30 years of hands-on experience building and scaling IT in organizations that grew from to over $3B — many times as the very first IT hire, often leading global distributed teams. What you get is simple: Real strategy. Real execution. Real growth. No bloat. No buzzwords. No bureaucratic nonsense. Services Fractional CIO Leadership Part-time executive leadership to align your tech and business strategy, manage vendors, and build internal capabilities without hiring a full-time CIO. Project Rescue and Turnaround When critical projects stall, I step in to realign teams, simplify the chaos, and deliver results. Vendor and System Sourcing Find the right systems and partners that fit your business — not someone else’s template. Strategic IT Roadmapping Clear, practical roadmaps that connect today’s actions to tomorrow’s growth. Who I Work Best With Founders and business leaders who: Are serious about scaling Know tech is crucial but don’t want to live inside it Value momentum over perfection Want a partner who talks business, not just tech Ready to Clear the Bottlenecks and Build What's Next? Let's start with a simple conversation. No sales pitch. Just clarity on where you are — and what’s possible next.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a seasoned IT leader specializing in technology strategy and operational efficiency across various industries.
Location: Greenville, South Carolina, United States
Experience: 28 yrs 7 mos
Skills
- Cio Advisory Services
- Strategic Planning
- Vendor Management
- Project Management
- Team Building
- It Strategy
- Erp Implementation
- Cyber-security
- Supply Chain Management
- Cloud Computing
- Agile Development
- Application Development
- Enterprise Architecture
- It Management
- Software Development
Career Highlights
- 30 years of hands-on IT leadership experience.
- Scaled organizations from $0 to over $3B.
- Expert in aligning technology with business strategy.
Work Experience
Kennēsys
Founder (3 yrs 6 mos)
Classic Brands, LLC
Vice President of Information & Technology (3 yrs 5 mos)
Pandora Jewelry
Head of Agile Development, Global IT (3 yrs)
Director, Information Technology, Global IT (2 yrs)
Head of Information Technology, Americas (4 yrs 2 mos)
Gross, Mendelsohn & Associates, P.A.
Systems Consultant (1 yr 7 mos)
HubKey, LLC
Co-Founder / Chief Technologist (3 yrs)
GrandNetworks, LLC
Co-Founder / Chief Technologist (3 yrs 11 mos)
Prestige Brands, Inc.
IT Manager (6 yrs 7 mos)
Life-Link International
EDI Manager / Systems Administrator (3 yrs)
Education
Computer Science at Valdosta State University
