Gary Hasty Top-Executive
I build platforms that turn emerging technology into real business outcomes — not technology for technology's sake.
Over 30 years I've led AI, IoT, 5G, and edge computing ecosystems at LG Electronics, AT&T, and KPMG — driving $70M+ in growth, launching SaaS monetization models, and architecting platforms deployed globally across hospitality, healthcare, telecom, and enterprise markets.
At LG I repositioned Pro:Centric from a TV platform into a full IoT/AI ecosystem. At AT&T I ran enterprise innovation for Fortune 500 clients for 12 years, including co-chairing HTNG IoT workgroups that shaped industry standards. At KPMG I built GTM alliances with Microsoft, AT&T, and US Cellular to accelerate digital transformation.
Patent holder. CISSP. Industry speaker (HITEC, Cornell, Disney). Guest lecturer at Cornell, UCF, and UT. I lead teams that ship things that matter.
“The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing. ” - Walt Disney
Headquarters:
Grayslake, Illinois, United States
Followers:
2928
Title:
Director of Product Management R&D
Company:
LG Electronics
Company Website:
https://lg.com
Company Linkedin:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/lg-electronics/
Company Founded In:
1958
Company Size:
10001+
Current Job Duration:
2 yrs 8 mos
Country:
United States
License And Certifications:
Name: Microsoft Security Partner Sales Bootcamp 2022—Participant
Authority: Microsoft
Company ID: None
Date: 5/2022
URL: https://linkedin.com/company/1035
Name: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)
Authority: Icgb
Company ID: None
Date: 5/2008
URL: https://linkedin.com/company/28258968
Name: AOTMP® Industry Council Member
Authority: AOTMP®
Company ID: None
Date: Unknown
URL: https://linkedin.com/company/135954
Name: Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Authority: ISC2
Company ID: None
Date: 11/2014
URL: https://linkedin.com/company/26753
Name: Certification in Hotel Industry Analytics (CHIA)
Authority: AHLEI - American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Company ID: None
Date: 11/2015
URL: https://linkedin.com/company/2298879
Work Experience:
Title: Director of Product Management R&D
Company: LG Electronics
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lg-electronics/
Industry: Consumer Electronics
Company Size: 10001+
Location: Lincolnshire, Illinois, United States
Country: None
Employment Type: Full-time
Start At: 11-2023
Ends At: Present
Description: Working within the Zenith R&D team on expanding the utilization of their platform across hospitality, healthcare and beyond.
• Led Pro:Centric Stay from proof of concept to successful commercial rollout, establishing LG's first SaaS model for the short-term rental market
• Evaluated 15+ complementary platforms for Pro:Centric ecosystem integration, accelerating expansion into healthcare and public spaces
• Project manage successful rollout of integrated Apple Airplay & Google Cast for the hospitality industry.
• Led content licensing and video standards alignment across public space deployments, unlocking a new vertical for the platform.
• Developed CSAI/DOOH monetization framework to establish new recurring revenue streams within the Pro:Centric ecosystem.
• Architected IoT gateway integrations enabling real-time device management across hospitality and STR deployments
Title: Director Emerging Technology
Company: KPMG US
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kpmg-us/
Industry: Financial Services
Company Size: 10001+
Location: Dallas, Texas, United States
Country: None
Employment Type: Full-time
Start At: 03-2022
Ends At: 11-2023
Description: Direct emerging technology operational activities by defining and executing company's emerging technology strategy, aligned with overall business objectives to drive growth and competitive advantage. Lead and mentor a high-performing team of technologists and consultants, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. Stay abreast of emerging technologies, trends, and industry best practices.
• Recruited to established and maintained strategic Go to Market Alliances with industry leaders, including AT&T, US Cellular, and Microsoft as well as fostered strong partnerships to enhance service offerings and expand market presence
• Developed and executed innovative technology roadmaps tailored to individual client needs, resulting in enhanced operational efficiencies.
• Led transformative change initiatives by leveraging Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) and Digital Twins technologies to address real-world business challenges.
• Achieved tangible outcomes in diverse industries, including Manufacturing (Industry 4.0), Healthcare, and Connected Campus programs, optimizing processes and driving growth.
Title: Business Development Lead - IoT, 5G, Edge
Company: AT&T
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/att/
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Country: None
Employment Type: Full-time
Start At: 06-2019
Ends At: 03-2022
Description: Defined and drove global strategy for IoT, 5G, and Edge Computing practices, aligning with company's overall vision and goals. Spearheaded transformative new business development initiatives in IoT. Identified market trends, opportunities, and emerging technologies while leading development of cutting-edge solutions.
• Drove dynamic New Business Development efforts, collaborating closely with both external and internal stakeholders.
• Championed collaboration between external clients and cross-functional internal teams to harness full potential of state-of-the-art IoT capabilities.
• Pioneered the exploration of the "art of the possible" when it came to solving intricate business challenges through the strategic application of emerging technologies in 5G, Edge Computing, and Internet of Things capabilities.
• Led sales planning campaign and team execution generating $70M in growth (25% YoY)
Title: Sr. Director Strategy & Innovation / Retail, CPG & Hospitality
Company: AT&T
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/att/
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Greater Atlanta Area
Country: None
Employment Type: Full-time
Start At: 10-2011
Ends At: 05-2019
Description: Led strategic and innovation tech initiatives, including idea generation, concept development, and implementation of breakthrough innovations. Collaborated seamlessly with external clients and partnered closely with internal account teams within Enterprise Solutions while engaged in visionary brainstorming sessions with clients. Initiated and orchestrated distinctive opportunities through immersive events closely linked with ideation sessions, all laser-focused on tackling complex business challenges.
• Illustrated concept of the "Art of the Possible" to C-level audiences, providing clear perspective on technology advancements through strategic and discerning lens.
• Led industry-wide advancements in hospitality technology through dedicated contributions to technology standards workgroups and prestigious collaborations with top-tier higher education institutions.
• Galvanized enterprise clients within the Hospitality, Retail, and CPG industries to envision and achieve transformative success through creation of exclusive vertical product portfolios.
• Championed thought leadership and identified business process enhancement opportunities, with primary focus on flagship enterprise clients in Hospitality, Retail, and CPG industry sectors.
• Played an integral role in HTNG standards workgroups for hospitality & MDU technology: IoT (co-chair), Voice Control, Personal Area Network, Staff Alert, Hotel Infrastructure, Fiber to The Room
Title: Sr Technical Director CTO Cloud Realization
Company: AT&T
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/att/
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Country: None
Employment Type: Full-time
Start At: 03-2009
Ends At: 10-2011
Description: Developed and executed cloud realization strategies by leading efforts to migrate on-premises systems to cloud environments, ensuring scalability, reliability, and cost-efficiency. Guided the development of lab certification teams in the deployment of managed services and Cloud Computing initiatives. Managed Tier 3 lab support team, overseeing a wide spectrum of managed applications, including SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Ariba, and custom applications, servicing AT&T's largest client base.
• Deployed automated workflow process that reduced turnaround time for special order estimates from over 30 days to a remarkable 2 days.
• Elevated group productivity significantly, achieving impressive 150% improvement within a single year, substantiated by measurable metrics.
• Orchestrated highly successful launch of AT&T's groundbreaking Storage as a Service (STaaS) offering, contributing significantly to the company's portfolio and market presence.
• Led the organizational development of lab certification teams, overseeing the strategic planning and seamless deployment of managed services (SAP, Oracle, Siebel, Hyperion, Ariba, etc.), as well as hosting for AT&T's pioneering Cloud Computing initiatives.
Title: Sr. Technical Director AT&T IT Network Reporting
Company: AT&T
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/att/
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Country: None
Employment Type: None
Start At: 07-2007
Ends At: 03-2009
Description: As Sr. Technical Director at AT&T IT Network Reporting, I demonstrated exceptional program management skills, successfully leading merger initiatives and overseeing reporting needs for the combined AT&T operations. My responsibilities included transitioning KPI reporting applications for rollout across the 22-state region and migrating capabilities to existing solutions. Additionally, I played a vital role in supporting new business areas such as U-verse IPTV and new call centers, while also ensuring seamless data interfaces for current applications.
Notable Achievements:
* Delivered $1M/year in cost savings by optimizing the BERT MSOC application
* Led 22-state rollout of KPI reporting platform serving 20,000 users
* Drove 9-state deployment of U-verse IPTV through the Southeast Helper Ticket application
* Implemented BI data lakes enabling enterprise-wide data-driven decision-making
Title: Sr. Systems Manager ESM/MSOC
Company: AT&T
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/att/
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Country: None
Employment Type: None
Start At: 04-2004
Ends At: 06-2007
Description: As the lead for the company-wide rollout of the Key Performance Indicator (KPI) program for our Union represented employees, I successfully implemented the ESM/MSOC process improvement and productivity tools. With meticulous planning and strategic execution, I ensured that the program was effectively introduced across the organization, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and enhancing overall productivity. Through collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams, I enabled seamless integration and adoption of these tools, ultimately driving positive outcomes for the company and its workforce.
Title: Manager IT Internal Audit
Company: AT&T
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/att/
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Country: None
Employment Type: None
Start At: 04-1999
Ends At: 04-2004
Description: Security, Forensics, Legal Discovery around the globe. If you've never heard of a country, chances are I've been there doing corporate work
Title: Sr Intranet Development
Company: GTE
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/4269/
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Dallas, TX
Country: None
Employment Type: None
Start At: 08-1996
Ends At: 04-1999
Description: Consulting with GTE (now Verizon) on Intranet development for HR & Business Analyst needs...geeky things
Title: PC Game Developer
Company: Micro Sports, Inc.
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/microsoft/
Industry: Computer Software
Company Size: 10001+
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Country: None
Employment Type: None
Start At: 04-1995
Ends At: 08-1996
Description: None
Title: Owner / President
Company: Hasty Pudding, Inc.
Company URL: https://www.linkedin.com/company/8128759/
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Rocky Face, GA
Country: None
Employment Type: Full-time
Start At: 04-1992
Ends At: 04-1996
Description: First ISP in North Georgia, consulting, columnist for various technical/news rags and all around geeky stuff
Title: Sr. Programmer / Analyst - Unix Administrator
Company: In-Touch Computer Services
Company URL: None
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Dalton, GA
Country: None
Employment Type: None
Start At: 04-1991
Ends At: 04-1995
Description: None
Title: Programmer / Analyst
Company: Dalton Computer Services
Company URL: None
Industry: None
Company Size: None
Location: Dalton, GA
Country: None
Employment Type: None
Start At: 04-1989
Ends At: 04-1991
Description: None
Education:
School: Dalton College
Degree: Associate of Science
Field: Computer Science
Period: 1986 - 1989
Headline:
VP-level Emerging Tech Executive | IoT · 5G · AI/ML · Platform Strategy | $70M+ Revenue Growth | CISSP | Storytelling
Connections:
2535
Skills:
Knowledge Acquisition, Relationship Development, Communication, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Management, Leadership, Analysis, Cross Functional Team Building, Strategy, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Strategic Alliances, Innovation Management, Product Management, Digital Transformation, Go-to-Market Strategy, Digital Strategy, Coaching, Product Operations, Operations Management, Presentation Skills, Technological Innovation, IT Leadership, Computer Science, CIOs, Strategic Leadership, Business Process Management, Software Development, Six Sigma, Security, Theme Parks, platform strategy, Ecosystem Development, Consultation Skills, Process Improvement, Cloud Computing, Telecommunications, Project Management, Program Management, SDLC, Vendor Management, Troubleshooting, Integration, Process Engineering, Business Intelligence, Data Center
Experience:
Title: Director of Product Management R&D
Company: LG Electronics
Location: Lincolnshire, IL
Start: Nov 2023
End: Present
Title: Director Emerging Technology
Company: KPMG US
Location: Dallas, Texas, United States
Start: Mar 2022
End: Nov 2023
Title: Business Development Lead - IoT, 5G, Edge
Company: AT&T
Location: Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex
Start: Jun 2019
End: Mar 2022
Title: Sr. Director Strategy & Innovation / Retail, CPG & Hospitality
Company: AT&T
Location: Greater Atlanta Area
Start: Oct 2011
End: May 2019
Title: Sr Technical Director CTO Cloud Realization
Company: AT&T
Location: Greater Atlanta Area
Start: Mar 2009
End: Oct 2011
Title: Sr. Technical Director AT&T IT Network Reporting
Company: AT&T
Location: Atlanta Metropolitan Area
Start: Jul 2007
End: Mar 2009
Title: Sr. Systems Manager ESM/MSOC
Company: AT&T
Location: Greater Atlanta Area
Start: Apr 2004
End: Jun 2007
Title: Manager IT Internal Audit
Company: AT&T
Location: Greater Atlanta Area
Start: Apr 1999
End: Apr 2004
Title: Sr Intranet Development
Company: GTE
Location: Dallas, TX
Start: Aug 1996
End: Apr 1999
Title: PC Game Developer
Company: Micro Sports, Inc.
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Start: Apr 1995
End: Aug 1996
Title: Owner / President
Company: Hasty Pudding, Inc.
Location: Rocky Face, GA
Start: Apr 1992
End: Apr 1996
Title: Sr. Programmer / Analyst - Unix Administrator
Company: In-Touch Computer Services
Location: Dalton, GA
Start: Apr 1991
End: Apr 1995
Title: Programmer / Analyst
Company: Dalton Computer Services
Location: Dalton, GA
Start: Apr 1989
End: Apr 1991
Publications:
Webinar: The Fusion of Digital & Physical (Altitude · May 1, 2017)
Speaker: Breathing new life into R&D through Open Innovation (Innovation WEnterprise · Jul 1, 2016)
Webinar: "Selling" Innovation Inside Your Enterprise (Brightideas · May 1, 2015)
Awards:
2018 President's Volunteer Service Award | Dec 2018 |
President's Volunteer Service Award | Oct 2014 |