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Kevin Barnes
Managing Partner at Fortium Partners LP ➢ Interim - Fractional - Virtual CIO / CTO / CISO ➢ Operational IT Leadership Services
Kevin Barnes is the Managing Partner at Fortium Partners, specializing in fractional and interim IT leadership, technology advisory services, and IT strategy. He has over 30 years of executive leadership experience across various industries, including consumer goods, retail, construction, and agriculture. His role involves addressing technology, operations, and customer development challenges, particularly in the Pacific Northwest and Mountain West regions.13
Barnes has a strong background in digital transformation, having successfully led projects with large global IT teams and budgets exceeding $150 million. He has served as a CIO, where he focused on aligning IT with business strategies and enhancing operational effectiveness. His educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance from California State University, Sacramento, and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He has also completed executive programs at prestigious institutions such as the University of California, Berkeley, and the University of Virginia.123
In addition to his corporate roles, Barnes is involved in mentoring startups in the technology sector, leveraging his extensive experience to foster innovation and growth.12
