I’m not here to teach theory. I want to help others who started off with a dream, an idea, and motivation. Similar to me, I struggled to find myself. Over 20+ years of struggling with being a polymath - until I got FOCUSED. I’m a Healthcare Director of IT, with a background in: - Network & Systems Engineering - CyberSecurity (ISC2 CC) - DLP and compliance (HIPAA, audits) - AI governance in real environments Here is my background: - Registered Nurse (ER/ICU/Step-down/PCU) - EMT / Firefighter (Fire Officer III) - 1st Lt, USAF Auxiliary (Assistant Chief of Staff) - Aerospace/IT - Government/IT - Military/IT - MSP/IT - Retail, Manufacturing, Technical trainer, Educator - Accepted to the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Program at MSU 💡 Why This Community Exists Because I’ve seen the same pattern over and over: Talented IT professionals stay stuck for years—not because they lack skill, but because they don’t understand how leadership actually works. They: - Stay technical - Avoid business conversations - Don’t position themselves correctly 🔥 The Truth Getting to IT Director or becoming a leader isn’t about: - Certifications - Technical depth alone It’s about: - Decision-making - Communication - Business thinking 🎯 What I’ll Show You - How I actually make decisions - How I evaluate tools and budgets - How I approach AI and security - How to position yourself for more money and authority 👉 If you’re serious about leveling up, you're in the right place.