Travis Nier

As a senior project leader at Camping World, I deliver enterprise-scale IT initiatives across 220+ retail locations, aligning infrastructure, security, and modernization with strategic business goals. - Implemented Salesforce Service Cloud Voice for the Consignment Sales Team, integrating AI-driven transcription, PCI-compliant routing, and workflow automation. - Directed the Duo MFA migration and Active Directory cleanup across core platforms, strengthening security posture and identity governance. - Oversaw the selection and rollout of a new project management platform, replacing legacy systems with standardized reporting, visibility, and automation. - Led network modernization efforts across national sites, including hardware refreshes, cabinet installs, and decommissioning outdated equipment. - Championed the use of AI within IT delivery, embedding tools that accelerated documentation, improved collaboration, and reduced cycle times.

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At BMO Harris, I managed high-stakes infrastructure programs for the bank’s most profitable business units, balancing complexity, visibility, and precision execution. - Delivered a New York trading floor upgrade including wiring, desktop deployments, and network infrastructure without disrupting operations. - Oversaw a portfolio of projects exceeding $3M annually, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery aligned to business objectives. - Directed full lifecycle project management, from initiation through closure, with proactive risk, change, and stakeholder management. - Built integrated baselines, resource plans, and performance metrics to ensure transparency and accountability.

As an M&A project leader, I managed the IT infrastructure integration of newly acquired businesses into Crash Champions’ growing portfolio. Responsible for 160 locations - Conducted infrastructure site audits and executed full IT integrations across messaging, desktop, network, telephony, and hardware procurement. - Coordinated cross-functional engineering teams and vendor partners, ensuring resources were deployed effectively across acquisitions. - Standardized M&A integration playbooks and conducted post-mortem reviews, driving continuous process improvement. - Managed steady-state transitions for newly acquired entities, ensuring seamless onboarding and minimal disruption to business operations.

At SAC Wireless, I led over 100 infrastructure projects for a major telecom client, balancing real estate, compliance, and network deployment needs. - Defined scope of work and managed zoning, permitting, lease negotiation, and construction planning for new telecom sites. - Delivered projects on-time and under budget by coordinating subcontractors, cutting costs, and driving execution against pre-set schedules. - Assessed risks, developed mitigation strategies, and ensured compliance across permitting and construction phases. - Partnered with internal teams to translate business requirements into scalable, executable site acquisition solutions.

At Tesla, I advised prospective owners through the purchase process, ensuring seamless delivery and adoption of electric vehicles. - Accounted for 90–100 monthly deliveries, securing over $6.5M in revenue per month. - Increased adoption rates and upsells by 10% through needs assessments and tailored recommendations. - Improved delivery outcomes by refining customer engagement processes, reducing delays, and boosting satisfaction. - Ranked in the top 5% of sales influence across North America’s Inside Sales team and consistently in the top tier of the Midwest region.

At G2, I led a 17-member team supporting software buyers with assessments and vendor recommendations. - Guided the team to secure $1.2M in annual revenue, exceeding goals by 42% in 2017. - Oversaw project performance data, aligning productivity and delivery against strategic objectives. - Earned client praise for consultative advisement, strengthening G2’s reputation with software buyers.

Clover Imaging Group is the world’s largest manufacturer of premium imaging supplies. I advanced through sales roles while managing a $2.2M portfolio and 300 accounts. - Grew portfolio by 54% and earned President’s Club (2014) for sales excellence. - Delivered virtual manufacturing tours and leveraged needs assessments to shorten sales cycles and increase upsell revenue. - Closed large opportunities through engagement with General Services Administration decision-makers. - Mentored incoming sales team members, shaping onboarding and sales strategy. - Began at Clover as an Inside Sales Rep, building a 63-opportunity pipeline and averaging 134% of quarterly revenue goals.

Provided labor skills to support the development of 150 miles of natural gas pipeline to increase reliability and cost effectiveness of energy resources to the region. Acquired skills in coating, heavy machine operations and quality control.