Hello, my name is

Patrick Torhorst

Technology Executive

Patrick Torhorst and Amelia Torhorst

An accomplished technology executive with 16+ years of experience building, leading and inspiring teams of highly skilled professionals.

I facilitate the creation of innovative, powerful and successful technology solutions.

My passion is helping those around me find success in all they do. Often all it takes is sharing a good idea to get someone to the next level and I consider the facilitation of that process my professional superpower. Over time I have come to specialize in bringing diverse teams together to accomplish lofty goals. 

What I do

From my years of experience spearheading strategic innovation initiatives, I bring a collection of high-value strategies to the table that help individuals and teams execute at their highest potential.

Leadership

An effective leader is one that realizes they serve those within their sphere of influence. My purpose as a leader is to help others become the best version of themselves while achieving great results for all involved.

Strategy

I have a unique background that enables me to speak both from a tech and business perspective within an organization. I am at my best when leveraging these skillsets in order to create a strategic roadmap.

Development

I have built multiple industry leading applications from the ground up and then supported them in production. The dev teams and applications I've been blessed to be a part of are consistently recognized as best in class.

Experience

2011-Present

Quest CE

Chief Information Officer

Provide vision and leadership for implementing, developing and maintaining Quest CE’s in-house technology platforms (Renaissance, QuestTrak). Lead strategic and operational planning to achieve Quest CE’s goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems. Establish and direct the strategic long-term goals, policies, and procedures for Quest CE’s information technology department. Align, focus and inspire a team of highly skilled IT professionals to deliver world-class technology solutions.

2005-2011

Quest CE

Director of IT

Responsible for the overall planning, execution and technical direction of the company. Led the development team that created Quest CE's Learning Management System, Renaissance and Quest CE's Providership Administration Platform, QuestTrak. Analyzed the needs of different departments, clients, and prospects to determine ways to meet business objectives. The demands were met through new development initiatives or modifications to existing information processing systems. Produced detailed project plans for all development initiatives. Responsible for project oversight from initial needs analysis to product roll out.

Education

2018-2020

Concordia University

MBA, Innovation and Entrepreneurship

As a graduate of Concordia’s MBA in innovation and entrepreneurship, I have a unique way of thinking - an entrepreneurial mindset - to help me think outside the box and approach problem-solving in a creative way. I have the business know-how needed to pitch ideas, create successful startup initiatives, and pursue sustainability. I also earned a certificate in strategic innovation, which equipped me to implement and manage a culture of innovation within any organization. The program made me a better leader with increased financial competence and strategic thinking skills.

2003-2005

MSOE

Management Information Systems

The Bachelor of Business Administration – Management Information Systems (MIS) program focuses on the application of technology to provide strategic advantage and gain operational efficiencies in business environments.

2001-2003

MATC

Ecommerce/Web Administration

A program designed to teach how to develop software applications that can be deployed using a variety of platforms. Students learn essential programming skills while developing software that utilizes client and server processing, connects to databases, and will run simultaneously on multiple devices.

Awarded CIO of the Year

An award honoring CIOs for contributions in their fields of expertise by the Milwaukee Business Journal. (2017)

Distinguished Alumnus

The award is given by MATC for professional and personal achievement, community service and leadership.

Commencement Speaker

I also had the honor of returning to my alma mater (MATC) as the Commencement Speaker for the Class of 2015.

About Me

Be fearless. Life is an adventure.

I’m a man of God, a husband, a father, a son, a friend, an outdoorsman, an entrepreneur, an employee, a manager, an executive, a leader, a mentor and a coach. I try to walk the narrow path and continually strive to make the world a better place. I believe in the long game because any great work of art, beauty or perfection takes time.

Faith

My relationship with God is the primary driver of my days. This wasn’t always the case, but it is now and I am constantly attempting to make up for lost time.

Family

I married a woman much better than myself and we’ve been blessed with five beautiful children. My family keeps me centered, focused and grounded. They are, by far, my greatest treasure in this world.
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Chief Information Officer

Based in Milwaukee, I build, lead, and inspire high-performing teams that create successful technology solutions. My superpower is communicating complex ideas with simple language. This enables me to bring together diverse groups of professionals and assist them in achieving lofty goals. I aim to deliver maximum value for all involved.

STRATEGIC INNOVATION
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CORPORATE STRATEGY
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APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
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IT OPERATIONS
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