Pat Bollom

Pat Bollom has been co-owner of Smart Data Solutions since its inception in 2001. Prior to Smart Data, Pat was a principal at Harbinger Partners, a local IT consulting firm that focused on object-oriented development, data warehousing, and project management. After taking Harbinger to $9M within two years, Pat joined John with the Smart Data endeavor. Pat was an integral part of another Information Technology company before Harbinger and managed all sales and marketing efforts while assisting with revenue generation. In his 5 years at that firm, he was essential in building the company from $1.5M in revenue to $7M.

After graduating from St. Cloud State University with an undergraduate degree in Marketing, Pat earned his MBA from The University of Minnesota. Pat has also pursued other specific education and training in areas of E-business and healthcare. Pat is an active member of Vistage and a graduate of The Leadership St. Paul program. Pat has also earned his Silver Triangle Award teaching Junior Achievement.

Pat and his wife enjoy spending time with their two children and he also enjoys spending time boating, hunting, playing tennis, and actively participating in local charities.