Address:
Elk Grove Village, IL
Type Of Business:
Computer Hardware, Software, and Services Business
Marketing Area:
International, Global
Expertise:
Specializing in Information Technology with a Focus on Hardware, Software, and Services
Major Product/SVS:
Complete End-to-End IT Service Solutions with deep federal and international expertise
Favorite Business Publication:
Harvard Business Review
Hobbies/Sports:
Sports, Soccer, Football, Basketball, Spending Quality Time with Nieces and Nephews
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Political Science with, Minor in Chemistry, University of Illinois at Chicago; Project Management Professional, Project Management Institute; Certified Project Manager, Project Management Leadership Group; IT Certified Project Manager, Project Management Leadership Group; Certified Project Management Strategist, University of Chicago; Certified Information Security Manager, Information Systems Audit and Control Association; Certified Associate Business Manager, Association of Professionals in Business Management
Affiliations Awards:
Free Mason, Project Management Institute; ISACA, American Legion
Industry:
Information Technology
Date of Distinction:
10/17/2007
Work History:
AT&T, Exodus Communications, Cable & Wireless, Northwestern Medical Faculty Foundation, Comdisco, Kraft Foods, The Thomson Corporation, IBM, Unisys
Career Achievements:
Build-out of a number of major websites such as BestBuy.com, Google, Orbitz, etc. In addition, I have had the priviledge to work with global engagements for major corporations around the world.
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Mr. Faraj's excellent leadership qualities separate him from his peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Mr. Faraj's greatest career achievement was the build-out of BestBuy.com.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
As a great leader, mentor, and friend
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Ending wars
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Thomas Jefferson
Expanded Biography:
As a leading expert in the fields of Information Technology (IT), Information Systems (IS), IT Security, Global Markets, and Project and Program Management, I pride myself on the fact that I am able to exercise my skills and expertise to help build focus and process around complex and mission-critical issues. Throughout my career I have faced insurmountable challenges that I have learned to overcome by utilizing knowledge gained through continuous education, practical experience, broadly ranged expertise, and a keen ability to understand the issues at hand, while being able to always see and understand the big picture. I have worked my way up the corporate ladder from the bottom up, and the knowledge and expertise I have gained throughout that process has been integral to my ongoing success. I am highly regarded by my peers, colleagues, and employees (present and former), and I take pride and am humbled by the praise that I continually receive from those colleagues. My work history is broad-ranging and encompasses aspects from all major industries including Banking, Education, Government, Manufacturing, Internet, eCommerce, Insurance, Retail, Hospitality, and a variety of others. Throughout that history I have managed to maintain a focus within the particular industry and the challenges we face. I have always had the ability to focus on leadership goals, while grasping a full understanding of the challenges we face in achieving those goals. By understanding those challenges, I am able to architect solutions to overcome them. And in the end, I do consider myself an architect. One who is able to grasp a full understanding of a project or program, and who is able to visualize, document, and communicate the processes to accomplish those goals. An architect who can build successful businesses, strategies, and comprehensive project portfolios that always have a direct and positive impact to the business, the customer, and the bottom line. Someone who is a visionary that is able to not only see the path to a successful future of a business, but who is also able to architect a road-map to get us there.
Highlight of career?:
The build-out and launch of BestBuy.com
Number Of Years In Profession:
23
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
Education, training, and excellent leadership qualities
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
I have a love for Computer Sciences