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Gayla Sullivan
Distinguished VP Analyst
Gayla Sullivan is a Distinguished Vice-President and Gartner's BuySmart Expansion Leader.
Previous experience
Ms. Sullivan has more than 16 years of experience within the IT industry. In the years prior to joining Gartner, she held a variety of leadership positions at Software Spectrum (now Insight), EDS/HP and Commercial Metals.
Ms. Sullivan has extensive experience in strategic sourcing and contracting. She has directed procurement activities in IT categories such as software, hardware, telecom and professional services. She has been instrumental in providing best-practice guidance and training programs in these areas.
Professional background
Commercial Metals Company
Director of Procurement
Electronic Data Systems (EDS)
Manager of IT Contract Negotiations
Software Spectrum (Insight)
Global Operations Manager
Education
M.A., International Business, The University of Texas at Dallas
B.B.A., Marketing, The University of Texas at Arlington