Chuck Bloodgood

Chuck Bloodgood has a diverse work experience spanning over four decades. Chuck worked at IBM from 1977 to 1988, where they served as a programmer and software engineering consultant. During this time, they played a key role in planning and leading computer integrated manufacturing (CIM) projects in various industries. Chuck also contributed to marketing and closing consulting projects.

From 1988 to 1992, Chuck worked at SEMATECH as a Technical Transfer Manager and CIM Requirements Manager. Here, they managed research to improve tool communication protocols and collaborated with industry experts.

In 1992, Chuck started their own consulting and software company called Process Dynamics, Inc. Chuck focused on providing business analyses and developing "best practices" for multiple industries.

Chuck joined Carras Group in 1995 as a consultant before moving to Temple-Inland in 1997. At Temple-Inland, they held multiple roles, including Senior Management Consultant, Systems Lead, and Website Developer. Chuck helped unify IT services across divisions and created and supported numerous websites.

Since 2013, Chuck has been working at FirstClose as a VP IT, CIO, CTO, Chief Architect, and Chief Compliance officer. Chuck built a strong IT team and emphasized individual growth and delivering results.

Overall, Chuck has extensive experience in IT management, consulting, website development, and software process improvement, with a focus on business analyses and developing best practices.

Chuck Bloodgood attended Tulane University from 1972 to 1974, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Psychology and Economics. Following this, from 1975 to 1976, they attended the National Center for Paralegal Training, specializing in Corporate Law and Civil Law.