Todd Peterson

Energizer

DISC Type : I

Director of Information Technology at City of Bowie, Maryland

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Overview

Todd Peterson is the Director of Information Technology for the City of Bowie, Maryland, bringing extensive experience from roles at Accenture and 501cTECH. He specializes in IT management, infrastructure, procurement, and team leadership. He is recognized for his unique ability to communicate with and bridge diverse stakeholders, a skill he has honed throughout his career.

His long-term commitment to the nonprofit sector is demonstrated by over fifteen years of service on a nonprofit board. Todds interests suggest a focus on the intersection of technology and philanthropy, following organizations like the Gates Foundation and WIRED for insights on innovation and social impact.

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Elizabeth City State University.

Personality Overview

Imaginative

Relationship Oriented

Full Of Energy

They are really good at seeing what the long-term impacts of their decisions could be. They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships. Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.

Topics They Care About

Public Sector IT

As the IT Director for the City of Bowie, he is responsible for the technological infrastructure and strategy of a government entity.

Nonprofit Technology

Has significant experience in the nonprofit sector, including roles as VP and Director at 501cTECH and serving on a nonprofit board for over 15 years.

IT Infrastructure

His career history consistently lists infrastructure management and IT operations as core skills across various leadership roles.

Public Sector IT: As the IT Director for the City of Bowie, he is responsible for the technological infrastructure and strategy of a government entity.

Nonprofit Technology: Has significant experience in the nonprofit sector, including roles as VP and Director at 501cTECH and serving on a nonprofit board for over 15 years.

IT Infrastructure: His career history consistently lists infrastructure management and IT operations as core skills across various leadership roles.

Media Appearances

Todd has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2017

Director of Information Technology at City of Bowie, Maryland

5-2014 - 8-2016

Vice President of Client Relations at 501cTECH

2-2010 - 4-2014

Director of Technology Services at 501cTECH

3-2008 - 2-2010

Senior Manager of Technology at Equal Justice Works

2-2005 - 6-2007

Consultant at Accenture

Education

Bachelor of Science (BS) from Elizabeth City State University

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Exp : 26 Location : Washington, District of Columbia, United States Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director of Information Technology at City of Bowie, Maryland

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People scoring high on extraversion tend to be outgoing, energetic and talkative whereas those scoring tend to be reserved, quiet and thoughtful, especially in social settings." style="position: absolute;bottom: 3%;left: calc(50% - -93px);z-index: 2;cursor: pointer; border-radius: 50%; color:#fff; background: linear-gradient(270deg, #bf55ec, rgb(216,110,255));height: 30px;width: 30px;font-size: 14px;align-items: center;justify-content: center;display: flex;font-weight: bold;opacity:0.72">E</div><div data-toggle="tooltip" data-placement="bottom" title="" data-original-title="Agreeableness(A) reflects the degree of compassion, cooperation and general friendliness in a person. 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Todd Peterson

Director of Information Technology at City of Bowie, Maryland

Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Insights For Selling To Todd

During A Call Or A Meeting

When Cold Calling

Pattern Interrupt: Informal style, where you are talking in a friendly & casual manner, with a big smile on makes them want to speak to you.

Pace: Don't be too fast or too slow, stay in the middle. Sound like a 'brings happiness to others' person.

Tone: Speak with high energy and in a personal manner, as if you have met a friend suddenly after a long time.

Tactics To Win: Giving social proof, personal rapport, usage of superlatives, repeating their name.

Mistakes To Avoid: Information overload, use of negations

Making The Ask: Use positivity and/or humor to make the ask. It appeals to them, as if you are bringing a cheer to their day. (Avoid doing this with Dominant or Calculative types)

Subconscious Driver: They are driven by emotion more than any other type. Hence a proposition that excites them will immediately get their attention.

Greeting: Hey Todd, [user_fname] here at [user_companynamefirsttwowords] calling you this morning/evening!

Opener: Now I know how much people love cold calls, so how about 30 seconds to tell you what I have for you?

Introduction: We have built an AI that predicts exactly what will build a solid relationship with each prospect before you even spend a minute with them.

Ask: Todd, leaders just like you at companies like [abc], [xyz] have been blown away with what they have seen, why don’t we put 15 minutes on your calendar to show you if what I am saying is actually real, yeah?

Close: So morning at around [time] next [tuesday], shall we say? And is it [prospect_email]? Don't want to get that wrong you know!

When Writing An Email

Subject: Personalized, catchy

Salutation: Yes (Something casual)

Greeting: Yes (Say something interesting/unusual)

Emojis/GIFs:

Bullet Points: Avoid

Closing Line: Build excitement

Complimentary Close: Unique, pleasant

Tone of Words: Friendly, first-person

Overall Messaging: Focused on the person and relationship

Length of Mail: Long

While Negotiating & Closing

The secret to closing fast with Todd is

Will you ever get a clear answer from Todd

Insights For Deal Planning

How fast (or slow) will Todd move?

Can Todd take some risk or not?

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