Andrew Black is a seasoned IT executive with extensive experience in developing and implementing IT strategies that align with overall business goals. Having studied MBA, MIS at the University of Minnesota-Carlson School of Management, and earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Computer Science from Minnesota State University-Moorhead, Andrew has worked with top-tier organizations in various leadership capacities.

Andrew's experience includes stints at Accredited Investors Inc.®, Jostens, and Stein Mart, where he served as CIO, among other positions. Additionally, he held several critical roles at Target Corporation, including Director of DSS and Supply Chain Planning, Director of Technical Architecture and Design, and Director of Guest Database & Target.Direct. At Avalanche Corporate Technology Cooperative, he served as the Chairman of the Board and CTO.

As an IT executive, Andrew is known for his ability to create a service culture that aligns with organizational objectives. He achieves this by communicating extensively and collaborating effectively with all stakeholders, from boards to clerical staff. Andrew's skillset covers a wide range of areas, including service management, program and people management, project management, software development, IT architectures and designs, decision support systems, and supply chain management.

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