Patrick Ytzen

Patrick Ytzen is an experienced IT professional with a strong background in infrastructure operations and cloud management. Currently serving as the Senior IT Manager for Infrastructure Operations and Cloud at Duravant, Patrick leads a global team of 17, focusing on cybersecurity and end-user computing across 14 operating companies. Previously, Patrick held roles such as IT Infrastructure & Services Manager at milkrite | InterPuls, where the focus was on Office 365 adoption and cloud transition, and IT System Engineering Manager at Smalley, managing data centers and network infrastructure. Additional experience includes IT Manager for Bystronic Inc. overseeing IT systems in the Americas and Senior Network Engineer at ProActive IT. Patrick holds a Master of Science in Information Technology from Northwestern University and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Ball State University.