Longtime GDS leader steps into new executive role focused on service optimization, compliance, and client success.
Global Data Systems (GDS) is proud to welcome Monica Theriot-Habetz as its new Vice President of Service Fulfillment & Compliance, further strengthening the company’s commitment to operational excellence, strategic growth, and client success.
With more than 35 years of experience in engineering and technology, Monica brings a track record of visionary leadership and transformative execution. Her career has spanned senior leadership roles across engineering, project management, and IT operations, where she has consistently driven results through financial stewardship, collaborative problem-solving, and a relentless focus on measurable outcomes.
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“Monica’s ability to balance the demands of day-to-day execution with a long-term process improvement mindset makes her a perfect fit for GDS,” said Doug Pickle, President of Global Data Systems. “She brings not only technical expertise but also a leadership style grounded in mentorship, accountability, and a deep commitment to excellence.”
Before joining GDS, Monica served as Director of IT/Project Management at Petroleum Engineers, where she led complex cross-functional initiatives and advanced digital transformation in the energy sector. She attended University of Louisiana at Lafayette with a focus on Mechanical Engineering (CAD-CAM), where she also developed a strong foundation in analytical thinking and systems design that shaped her approach to technology leadership.
Throughout her career, Monica has championed process innovation, team development, and technology-driven solutions that deliver long-term value to organizations and their stakeholders. Her approach is rooted in transparency, talent cultivation, and continuous improvement, key pillars of GDS’s culture.
As Vice President of Service Fulfillment & Compliance, Monica will lead initiatives to optimize delivery operations, enhance internal systems, and ensure regulatory alignment across all service areas.
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