Walt McLaren - Executive Advisor and Workforce Development Partner

With over thirty years of experience in the technology consulting sector, Walt possesses a wealth of expertise in strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, as well as sales and operational management. He began his career as a Systems Programmer at esteemed organizations like EDS, The Limited, Honda, CG&E, and The Kroger Company, eventually ascending to leadership roles at Ciber, Inc. Over the years, Walt has overseen IT services organizations ranging from $5 million to $325 million in size.

In 2003, Walt ventured into entrepreneurship by acquiring PDR, later selling it to Ascendum Solutions. Subsequently, he founded KoncertIT in 2009, a successful joint venture with The Kroger Co., specializing in contingent labor management and sourcing strategies for enterprise clients. Walt played a pivotal role in designing advanced Vendor Management Systems, leveraging cutting-edge technologies. Under his leadership, KoncertIT thrived, surpassing $100 million in revenue.

Currently, Walt is at the helm of L2 Source LLC, an MSP, and Contingent Crew, an IT staffing company, both dedicated to providing top-notch contingent labor management services across various sectors. Through these ventures, Walt aims to streamline the process of managing non-employee labor, allowing clients to focus on their core business activities.

Walt is reshaping the landscape of talent acquisition in the corporate world. His blend of vision, technological prowess, and business acumen, honed in dynamic corporate environments, drives his passion for building companies that deliver value across the staffing ecosystem, benefiting clients, partners, and candidates alike.