Evan J. Schwartz
Innovation Executive & Technology Strategist
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Evan J. Schwartz is a visionary technology leader who drives sustainable innovation and customer-centered transformation across global enterprises. As Chief Innovation Officer at AMCS Group, he guides the adoption of cutting-edge solutions in resource recovery, logistics, and sustainability sectors, translating innovative concepts into frameworks that deliver measurable business value.
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Throughout his career, Evan has demonstrated an exceptional ability to align technology capabilities with strategic business objectives. At AMCS, he has advanced through multiple executive roles, including Chief Operations Officer for North America, where he unified customer success, strategic accounts, and professional services to drive significant revenue growth. As Chief Enterprise Architect, he directed platform modernization efforts that integrated AI, data science, and extensibility frameworks across global solutions, establishing the technological foundation for the company's market leadership.
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Before stepping into his innovation leadership position, Evan led multiple successful M&A integrations and platform transitions, defining best practices in solution architecture and deployment across international teams. His expertise in ERP implementation and enterprise architecture has made him a trusted advisor on digital transformation initiatives, culminating in his Amazon best-selling book People, Places, and Things: A Framework for a Pain-Free ERP Implementation, published through Forbes. Evan is also an avid contributor of thought-provoking articles for the Forbes Tech Council.
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Evan brings a unique combination of operational and academic perspectives to his work. He serves as an Adjunct Professor and Board Advisor at Jacksonville University, mentoring graduate students in AI, cybersecurity, and technical project management. His extensive experience across resource-intensive industries has shaped his approach to innovation governance, enabling him to drive cross-functional collaboration between diverse teams.
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With over 35 years of experience and advanced degrees in business and computer science, Evan combines strategic vision with practical implementation expertise. His leadership philosophy centers on creating sustainable customer value at the intersection of business strategy and digital transformation, developing scalable solutions that address complex operational challenges while advancing environmental and social responsibility.
When he’s not leading operations or inspiring students, Evan devotes time to family—his wife, Lisa, and their two sons, who follow in his footsteps in technology and design. Their family dog, Peanut, is always by his side, reminding him of life’s simpler joys. Beyond the office and classroom, Evan’s servant-leadership mindset, creative problem-solving approach, and unwavering focus on “compassionate technology” continue to guide his work. Whether pioneering new AI strategies or exploring sustainable approaches, Evan’s mission remains the same: to harness technology’s vast potential for the betterment of humanity.
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Schwartz's interests mirror his professional ethos—a compassionate blend of technology, leadership, and architecture for the betterment of humanity. You are welcome to explore his Legacy and Earlier work to better understand his career's breadth.
You can learn more about Schwartz's professional journey and connect with him on his LinkedIn profile.
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