Jody Bush is a Senior Principal Consultant at P&C Global, contributing his expertise to the Digital Transformation, Organization and Human Capital, Enterprise Applications, and Enterprise Application Architecture practice groups. With a career spanning High Tech, Information and Data Science, Manufacturing, and Financial Services industries, Jody has built a reputation for delivering transformative strategies and exceptional results for his clients.
Jody earned his Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin, where he honed his analytical skills and passion for innovation. He holds a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from the University of Southern California, emphasizing human capital strategies. Additionally, he completed a Master of Science in Enterprise Software Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, specializing in large-scale systems design.
His professional certifications reflect his dedication to excellence and technical mastery:
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional: Recognizing his expertise in designing resilient cloud infrastructures.
- TOGAF 9 Certification: Demonstrating his skills in enterprise architecture, administered by The Open Group.
- Certified Scrum Professional (CSP): Earned through Scrum Alliance, showcasing his leadership in agile development.
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt: Acquired from Georgia Tech, highlighting his proficiency in process optimization.
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA): Validates his IT systems control and governance capabilities, through ISACA.
- Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP): Reflects his expertise in data governance and architecture, certified by DAMA International.
- Change Management Practitioner: Accredited by Prosci, emphasizing his ability to lead organizational change initiatives.
Jody began his career as a Software Engineer at IBM, where he contributed to the development of enterprise software solutions. Recognized for his innovative thinking and collaborative leadership, he rose to the role of Systems Architect. He later joined Intel as a Senior IT Program Manager, leading global digital transformation initiatives. Before joining P&C Global, Jody served as Vice President of Enterprise Architecture at JPMorgan Chase, where he developed and executed strategic IT frameworks that modernized enterprise systems across the organization.
At P&C Global, Jody leverages his diverse expertise to guide clients through digital transformations and organizational evolution, delivering sustainable and impactful outcomes.
For example:
- Digital Transformation for a Leading Financial Services Firm
Jody spearheaded the modernization of the firm’s core banking systems, migrating critical functions to a secure cloud infrastructure and implementing advanced analytics tools to enhance customer insights. This initiative reduced operational costs by 30%, improved system uptime by 25%, and enhanced the client’s ability to personalize services, resulting in a 20% increase in customer satisfaction scores.
- Enterprise Application Integration for a High-Tech Manufacturer
Jody led a comprehensive integration of the client’s ERP, CRM, and manufacturing execution systems, creating a unified data platform to optimize production and sales operations. The engagement resulted in a 35% reduction in time-to-market for new products, a 20% improvement in sales forecasting accuracy, and a 40% increase in manufacturing efficiency.
- Human Capital Strategy for a Global Information and Data Science Company
Jody guided the company through a workforce transformation to support its rapid growth and evolving business needs. By designing and implementing a competency-based hiring and development framework, coupled with a modern HRIS platform, Jody’s team reduced employee turnover by 25%, improved time-to-productivity for new hires by 30%, and enhanced overall employee engagement scores by 18%.
These engagements highlight Jody’s ability to combine technical expertise with human capital strategies, delivering impactful solutions that drive long-term success for his clients.
A proud Texan, Jody now resides in Toronto, where he enjoys spending time with his golden retriever, Ranger and never missing any opportunity to go to visit his hometown, Dallas! A former football and rugby player during his high school and college years, Jody remains an avid sports enthusiast and enjoys playing on a local rugby league with several other P&C colleagues. His weekends often involve long-distance cycling and experimenting with barbecue recipes, a nod to his love for authentic Southern cuisine.
Jody’s journey to P&C Global was fueled by his desire to blend cutting-edge technology with impactful human capital strategies. “What sets P&C Global apart is its people,” Jody shares. “The leadership here—mentors like Erin Powers, Matt Montgomery, and Nick Pournader—has created a culture that prioritizes collaboration and growth. It’s the kind of environment where big ideas thrive, and talent is nurtured.”
Reflecting on his role, Jody notes, “At P&C Global, I get to tackle some of the most complex challenges for our clients while working alongside some of the most brilliant, fun, and kind-hearted professionals. It’s a balance of serious problem-solving and genuine camaraderie that makes this work so fulfilling.”
Jody’s sense of humor and approachable nature are staples of his leadership style. “I tell my teams all the time—technology is serious business, but that doesn’t mean we can’t have fun along the way,” he adds with a laugh. “Whether it’s a successful deployment or a shared laugh during a late-night brainstorming session, those moments make all the difference.”
