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Ronald McKenzie, CGCIO, PMP has a diverse work experience spanning over 30 years. Ronald began their career in the US Army, where they served for almost 8 years. After leaving the military, Ronald held various roles in the private sector, including Manager of Internal Services at Edison Electric Institute and Senior Telecom/Network Engineer at Freddie Mac.

In 2005, they transitioned to the consulting industry, working as a Manager of Infrastructure Solutions at BearingPoint. During this time, Ronald led projects and successfully implemented technology systems for organizations throughout the county.

In 2008, Ronald entered the public sector as the Chief Information Officer at the City of Miami Gardens. In this role, they served as a strategic visionary and oversaw the integration of technology in advancing business processes. Ronald also supervised a staff of technicians and managers and was responsible for the installation and maintenance of communications systems.

In 2016, Ronald identified a gap in quality IT services for small and mid-size municipalities, leading him to start their own company, Ancher, Inc. As the CEO/CIO, they focused on providing comprehensive IT professional services to government agencies.

Currently, Ronald holds the position of Chief Information Officer at the City of Deerfield Beach. Ronald is dedicated to improving the quality of life for residents and businesses by leading the city's technological innovation efforts.

Overall, Ronald McKenzie has a strong background in strategic planning, IT integration, and project management, with a particular expertise in the public sector.

Ronald McKenzie, CGCIO, PMP, completed their Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications at SUNY New Paltz from 1980 to 1984. In addition to their degree, they have obtained several certifications including the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate from USF Corporate Training and Professional Education in May 2021, and the Project Management Professional certification from the Project Management Institute in January 2013.