Dewayne Cowles is an accomplished technology leader with extensive experience in program management, architecture, and consulting across various sectors. Currently serving as a Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager at Nordstrom since April 2010, Dewayne has played a pivotal role in shaping technical strategy and architecture for vital business areas such as Human Resources and Customer Care. Previous positions include Principal Program Manager, where focus was on high-risk projects within Nordstrom Loyalty, and Sr. Enterprise Technology Architect, responsible for strategic architecture in Credit and Payments. Dewayne's entrepreneurial journey includes founding Ataign LLC and Noetix Corp, along with leadership roles at Expedite Tools, Software International, and Bonneau & Associates. Dewayne's extensive technical expertise encompasses Microsoft Development Tools, Oracle Applications, and SQL, solidifying a strong foundation in both software development and enterprise solutions. Education was obtained at Michigan State University from 1977 to 1980.
April, 2018 - present
April, 2016
April, 2010