Lou Grande Jr.

Lou Grande Jr. is an accomplished IT executive currently serving as the Vice President of Information Technology at Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida since July 2023, where the mission focuses on creating impactful solutions for families facing hunger. As the founder of Performance Consulting since August 2022, Lou specializes in IT strategy, organizational structure, leadership development, and project management. Previously, Lou held senior IT leadership roles at Red Lobster for over seven years, overseeing technology services for a large workforce and numerous restaurant locations. Additional experience includes leadership positions with various organizations, such as chairing the International Food and Beverage Technology Association and serving on the boards of SIM Central Florida and Central Florida Tech Alliance. Lou also has significant entrepreneurial experience as a franchisee and owner of technology consulting firms. Education includes a BBA in Computer Information Systems from Georgia State University.