​About Garner Consulting: Experience-Driven Data Leadership

​Our Philosophy

Garner Consulting was founded on the principle that effective data strategy isn't about the newest technology—it's about applying seasoned, battle-tested expertise to solve the most difficult challenges in data governance, quality, and organizational alignment. With over 20 years of focused leadership, we cut through complexity to deliver reliable, measurable results across diverse, high-volume sectors.

Dirk Garner
Principal Consultant, Founder

I have spent over 20+ years driving data transformation from the consulting bench to the C-suite, having served as a VP of Data Strategy and Interim Chief Data Officer (CDO). I founded Garner Consulting to provide executive-level guidance that translates strategic vision into technical reality.

My leadership style—rooted in servant leadership—focuses not only on achieving corporate objectives but also on mentoring and growing internal teams, ensuring our solutions are sustainable and well-adopted.

• Core Specialization: Data Strategy, Data Governance (HIPAA, PCI, PII compliance), Data Engineering Architecture, and Master Data Management (MDM).
• Industry Expertise: Healthcare, Retail, and Financial Services.
• Key Approach: Pragmatic, Agile methodologies that accelerate time-to-value and ensure technical solutions align perfectly with business strategy.

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Our Commitment

​We believe in a hands-on, consultative approach. We don't deploy large, expensive teams; we provide targeted, senior-level expertise precisely where it is needed most. Your success is our singular metric.

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