Dakota Bates is an IT Manager at SCS AI Corp. With experience spanning help desk, system administration and management, Dakota brings a broad and pragmatic lens to technology topics, with experience spanning help desk, system administration, and management. He has demonstrated a knack for forging strong connections in the workplace and passion for continuous learning. Dakota sees communication and a “people first” mindset as the keys to successful IT leadership. He is a self-motivated, quick learner across evolving technologies who thrives under pressure, meeting deadlines cost-effectively. Outside of work, he channels positivity through The Humble and Kind Project, his apparel brand centered on spreading kindness.