Winston Card

Head of IT – Americas | Transformational Technology Executive

📍 Orlando, Florida 📧 winstonedwardcard@gmail.com

Executive Summary

Transformational technology executive with 15+ years of progressive IT leadership experience spanning finance, enterprise systems, and operations. Currently serving as Head of IT for Kingspan Americas, leading 66 FTEs supporting $1.2B+ manufacturing operations across 50+ sites in 8 countries. Proven track record delivering complex SAP S/4HANA transformations ($10M+ budgets), building IT operating models from the ground up, and partnering with executive leadership to align technology strategy with business outcomes. Unique combination of finance background (Plant Controller → Divisional Controller) and deep technical expertise enables business-driven technology decisions that deliver measurable value.

Core Competencies

Leadership & Strategy

  • Enterprise IT Strategy & Multi-Year Roadmapping
  • Business–Technology Partnership & Value Realization
  • Executive & Board-Level Stakeholder Engagement
  • IT Operating Model Design & Transformation
  • Talent Development & Leadership Building
  • Vendor & Systems Integrator Management

Enterprise Systems & Platforms

  • SAP S/4HANA Programs & ERP Governance
  • Salesforce Platform & CRM Architecture
  • Enterprise & Solution Architecture
  • API-First Integration & Middleware Patterns
  • Manufacturing Systems (SAP MII, PP, QM)
  • Data Architecture & Analytics Platforms

Operations & Governance

  • Global IT Operations & Service Delivery
  • Cloud & Infrastructure Strategy (Azure)
  • Cybersecurity, Risk & Compliance Programs
  • IT Governance, Controls & Audit Readiness
  • IT Financial Management & Budget Ownership
  • ITIL/COBIT Process Frameworks

Professional Experience

Head of IT – Americas

Kingspan Americas

September 2025 – Present

Orlando, FL

Executive leadership over IT Operations, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, and Divisional Applications supporting 4,000+ users across 50+ offices and manufacturing sites throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Central America, and South America. Own IT strategy, governance, architecture, and budget, ensuring alignment with global corporate objectives and regional business outcomes.

  • Strategic Leadership & Architecture: Direct design and oversight of enterprise-wide Azure, on-premises, network, and security architectures, ensuring high availability, resilience, and compliance with internal and external auditing standards
  • Team & Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead and mentor cross-functional teams responsible for infrastructure, networks, cloud services, service delivery, cybersecurity, ERP systems, analytics, and collaboration platforms
  • Governance & Compliance Excellence: Chair the Change Advisory Board (CAB) and manage all IT General Controls (ITGC), SOX-aligned processes, and governance frameworks including ITIL and COBIT
  • Modernization & Transformation: Drive modernization initiatives across cloud platforms, security tooling, automation, and standardization of systems and processes across all business units
  • SAP & Enterprise Applications: Oversee integration and optimization of all SAP and non-SAP application environments, including SAP S/4HANA, SAP MII MES, LOB systems, reporting & analytics, and custom-built platforms
  • Vendor & Capital Management: Manage enterprise vendor relationships, contracts, licensing, renewals, and major capital projects, ensuring cost efficiency and operational excellence
  • Service Delivery & Incident Response: Lead major incident response processes, service delivery operations, and escalation management to maintain or exceed SLA/OLA performance metrics across the region
  • Documentation & Standards: Develop, enforce, and maintain all SOPs, architectural documentation, security standards, and data governance; ensure continuous audit-readiness and operational transparency
  • Global Collaboration: Drive cross-regional collaboration with Kingspan Group IT Centers of Excellence (COEs), ensuring proper adoption of global standards, cybersecurity posture, and long-term architectural alignment

Divisional Director, Systems & Applications

Kingspan Americas

April 2025 – September 2025

Orlando, FL

Strategic leadership over enterprise SAP and manufacturing systems transformations, delivering large-scale ERP modernization and greenfield implementations across complex, multi-site manufacturing environments. Own program strategy, governance, execution, and partner oversight, ensuring alignment with business transformation objectives, operational continuity, and long-term scalability.

  • SAP S/4HANA Program Leadership: Business-side program lead for ECC6 → S/4HANA migration and two greenfield SAP MII implementations
  • Cross-Functional Resource Management: Directed 40+ cross-functional resources (11 internal, 30+ systems integrator and partner resources) across multiyear initiatives
  • Program Governance & Delivery: Owned delivery governance, integrator performance, scope, and execution for enterprise ERP and manufacturing systems programs
  • Enterprise Transformation Roadmap: Defined and executed a 5-year enterprise systems transformation roadmap spanning SAP functional modules, manufacturing systems, and third-party integrations

Director of IT Operations and Applications

Kingspan Americas

August 2024 – April 2025

Orlando, FL

Directed day-to-day management and strategic planning of IT operations and divisional IT applications teams, supporting over 4,000 internal and external IT users across 37+ sites in US, Canada, and Central/South America, ensuring alignment with overall business goals for multinational manufacturing operations.

  • Infrastructure & Systems Management: Oversaw design, delivery, and maintenance of IT infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security, performance, and scalability. Managed networks, server operations, backups, telephony, and collaboration technology, exceeding agreed OLA metrics
  • Cloud Services & Compliance: Led cloud services reviews to ensure compliance with IT controls, driving best practices and solutions across divisions
  • Service Delivery & Incident Management: Ensured fulfillment of incidents and service requests to meet SLA standards. Managed major incident responses, maintaining high operational performance and adherence to ITIL and COBIT standards
  • Vendor & Asset Management: Established and maintained key vendor relationships and support contracts. Managed inventory for all related assets, services, and contracts
  • Process Improvement & Automation: Drove productivity improvements through automation, optimization, and integration of systems and processes. Managed IT General Controls and Change Management Process, heading the Change Advisory Board (CAB)
  • Documentation & Compliance: Ensured accuracy in documentation of IT infrastructure and applications, including diagrams and configuration details. Developed and maintained SOPs for all services
  • Application Lifecycle Management: Provided strategic direction for Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) and Systems Lifecycle Development Cycle (SLDC), focusing on continuous improvement and alignment with Kingspan's standards

Director of Business Information Systems and Applications

Kingspan Insulated Panels

April 2019 – August 2024

Orlando, FL

Led team of 11 through comprehensive ECC6 to S/4HANA migration and executed two greenfield SAP MII implementations. Oversaw implementation support partner and managed 30 key resources as business-side project manager.

  • SAP S/4HANA Transformation: Successfully navigated complexities of large-scale ECC6 → S/4HANA migration for Kingspan North America plus greenfield implementations for acquired businesses
  • Program & Budget Management: Planned and managed project budget exceeding $10 million. Ensured seamless collaboration between internal teams and external partners for optimal project delivery
  • Transformational Roadmap: Developed and executed visionary 5-year business transformation roadmap encompassing major SAP functional modules, third-party systems, and integrated systems, driving organizational growth and innovation
  • Manufacturing Systems Integration: Led two greenfield SAP MII implementations, integrating manufacturing execution systems with enterprise SAP platform
  • Salesforce Platform Integration: Architected real-time integrations between Salesforce and SAP S/4HANA, eliminating manual data transfers and enabling seamless quote-to-cash workflows
  • Business Intelligence Modernization: Rolled out cloud reporting framework using Power BI alongside S/4HANA implementation, establishing self-service analytics capabilities

Divisional Financial Controller

Kingspan Insulated Panels

November 2017 – April 2019

Orlando, FL

Managed Finance and Accounting Departments for all North American operations, ensuring internal controls adherence and maintaining compliance with GAAP and IFRS rules and procedures.

  • Multi-Site Finance Leadership: Led internal team of 14 direct reports covering AP, Inventory Control, Plant Controlling, and Financial Accounting for division of 1,000+ employees in North America
  • Financial Reporting & Compliance: Administered preparation and delivery of financial statements for five manufacturing facilities in US and Canada. Reviewed and signed off on all Group input into Comshare (unified financial reporting system) for holding company financial reporting to Irish Stock Exchange
  • Business System Management: Supported overall system development for the Division as Business System Manager for all system changes in SAP (ERP System)—bridging finance and technology
  • Budget & Strategic Planning: Prepared and analyzed annual operating budgets for all Groups in North America
  • Business Acumen Foundation: Developed deep operational understanding and P&L ownership mindset that now informs technology investment decisions and IT strategy

Plant Controller

Kingspan Insulated Panels

May 2015 – November 2017

Orlando, FL

Finance leadership for manufacturing plant operations including cost accounting, financial reporting, and operational performance analysis.

  • Plant Finance Management: Full P&L responsibility for manufacturing plant financial operations, cost control, and performance reporting
  • Operations Partnership: Partnered with plant management on operational efficiency, production cost analysis, and capital investment justification
  • Manufacturing Finance Expertise: Built deep understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain dynamics, and operational technology—foundation for future IT leadership

Education & Certifications

BSBA - Finance

University of Central Florida

2010

MBA

Hough Graduate School of Business, University of Florida

2021

Technical Proficiencies

Enterprise Systems:

SAP S/4HANA (FI, CO, MM, PP, QM, SD, WM), SAP MII, Salesforce (Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Custom Development), Microsoft Dynamics

Cloud & Infrastructure:

Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, Identity), Hybrid Cloud Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Data Centers, Storage Systems

Data & Analytics:

Power BI, SQL, Data Warehousing, ETL/ELT, Azure Data Services, Business Intelligence Platforms

Development & Integration:

API Design & Integration, Middleware (MuleSoft, Jitterbit), ABAP, JavaScript/Node.js, Python, RESTful APIs, iOS Swift

Cybersecurity & Governance:

ITGC Controls, ITIL/COBIT Frameworks, Risk Management, Threat Response, Security Architecture, Compliance Programs

Additional Leadership & Community Impact

Co-Founder & Operator, Project Tulong 501(c)(3)

Non-Profit Organization

2023 – Present

It is our mission to provide support to those in need, through financial donations and tangible donations, with a focus on impoverished families in Southern Mindanao, Philippines. We provide community outreach in the form of family meal packs, school supplies for children, and general sanitary supplies for families.

Key Achievements

$10M+
ERP Program Budgets Managed
66
IT Team Members Led
4,000+
End Users Supported
50+
Sites Across 8 Countries
99%+
Infrastructure Uptime
$1.2B+
Operations Supported