Rod Zarra –
CIO / IT Director
Enterprise Technology Leadership
Delivering IT transformations, high‑performance teams, scalable tech for Fortune 500 and growth companies
IT Leadership Experience
15+ years of IT leadership at Amazon, Edge Fitness, Michaels Jewelers
- Enterprise IT Strategy: Developing comprehensive technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives
- Cloud Modernization & Infrastructure Optimization: Leading digital transformation initiatives
- Transforming Underperforming Teams: Building high-performance IT organizations
Career Timeline
- Amazon
Senior IT Leadership Role
- Edge Fitness
IT Director – Multi-location Operations
- Michaels Jewelers
IT Leadership – Retail Technology
Proven Results
Key achievements across enterprise organizations
Amazon
- 42% reduction in ticket backlog through strategic process optimization
- Successfully managed 9 complex network migrations across facilities
- Oversaw IT operations for 5 fulfillment centers 1 Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center, plus Sortation and delivery stations
- Tiger Team Leader
Edge Fitness
- 70% reduction in IT operational costs through cloud modernization
- Streamlined technology infrastructure across 21 locations
- Implemented unified IT strategy spanning 9 states
Michaels Jewelers
- Achieved 99.999% system uptime across all retail locations
- Led complete POS migration to cloud infrastructure
- Modernized legacy systems improving operational efficiency
Core Competencies
CIO Skills & Technology Expertise
IT Governance & Compliance
Enterprise security frameworks, regulatory compliance, and risk management strategies
Cloud Infrastructure
VMware, Hyper-V, cloud migration, and infrastructure optimization
Team Leadership
Building high-performance teams and mentoring IT professionals
Budget Optimization
Strategic cost reduction and ROI-focused technology investments
AI & Automation
Implementing intelligent systems and process automation solutions
Digital Transformation
Enterprise modernization and technology transformation leadership
