Brad Hoek
Brad was one of Murraysmith’s first employees and is now our IT Manager. His responsibilities include the streamlined operation of the IT Department in alignment with the business objectives of the organization. He plans, coordinates, directs, and designs IT-related activities of the organization, as well as provides administrative direction and support for daily operational activities of the IT department. He works closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective technology solutions for all aspects of the organization.
Brad started his career at the firm as a CAD technician, later becoming the CAD Manager and brings technical drafting and IT experience with a variety of software applications and computer systems. In his spare time, Brad enjoys spending time with his adult children, being outdoors, photography, sport bikes, and fishing.
What would surprise people about you? I served as a Reserve Police Officer for 13 years while working at Murraysmith and reached the position of Sergeant, overseeing several other reserves.
On your bookshelf: Technical, management & leadership, photography, finance, fishing & sports books
Favorite food/beverage: BBQs and microbrews
Indulgence: Sleeping in
Career in your next life: First responder
1991
Vancouver, WA
Microsoft Technology Associate
AAS, Computer Aided Drafting Technology, ITT Technical Institute