Jon Scarpa

Jon Scarpa is the Director of IT at RDAbbott, a leading chemical manufacturing company in North America. With over two decades of experience in IT leadership, Jon is committed to leveraging technology to enhance business value and streamline processes. He is passionate about cultivating a culture of excellence, promoting knowledge sharing, and driving continuous improvement within IT organizations. Jon is dedicated to building strong teams and mentoring IT professionals, helping them grow their skills and advance their careers.

Jon’s expertise lies in aligning IT strategies with business objectives, while also developing leadership skills that make a significant impact in the technology sector.

Jon Scarpa on IT Leadership Values and Community Building

How can IT leaders cultivate excellence, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement in their organizations? In this episode, Jon Scarpa shares his insights on building a strong IT leadership culture, the importance of documentation and knowledge transfer, and his vision for a community of Digital Transformation Leaders Community. Jon discusses the challenges of career growth in IT, the value of peer-driven learning, and how to align IT goals with broader business objectives.

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Jon Scarpa on IT Leadership Values and Community Building

Respect comes from how you carry yourself and deliver results.

3 Key Takeaways

  • Excellence in IT requires both responsiveness and strategic planning
  • Knowledge sharing and documentation are critical for organizational growth
  • IT leaders should focus on understanding business needs and aligning technology solutions

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Episode Show Notes

00:12 – Discussion on the pursuit of excellence in IT

02:34 – The importance of knowledge sharing in IT organizations

04:37 – Building a culture of knowledge sharing and documentation

09:05 – The role of ownership and personal responsibility in IT leadership

22:47 – The value of networking and joining IT communities

25:36 – Advice for IT professionals to avoid career stagnation

49:57 – Ideas for building a community of digital transformation leaders

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