Wire19’s listing of top 100 CIOs of IT organizations in the US

Aaron Ruleman has been in the IT industry for over 20 years. He joined Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, in the year 2017 and has been instrumental in driving the firm’s IT strategy, including the development of enterprise-wide network infrastructure, including a multi-year technology roadmap. He has also led the implementation of innovative solutions to improve the firm’s overall efficiency and effectiveness. 

Prior to Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP, Aaron worked with Hogan Lovells since 2011 as Head of Infrastructure and Operations and later held the position of Head of Global Information Management. He has also worked with a variety of management companies as well. The development of a cloud-based document-management system led by Aaron Ruleman, has enabled the firm to reduce costs and improve client services. 

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Abe Kuruvilla is the Chief Information Officer of CoreLogic, a leading global provider of property data, analytics, and services. He joined the company in the year 2016 as Sr. Vice President of Technology and has been leading its global technology and products team ever since. He has been integral in driving the company’s ambitious digital transformation agenda. 

Having put his focus on data and analytics to help optimize the company, Abe has been instrumental in the launch of CoreLogic’s new cloud-based platform which has enabled the company to deliver data-driven insights to customers faster and more efficiently. 

Prior to becoming CoreLogic’s CIO, Abe worked with Dell as their Divisional CIO and De Lage Laden as Vice President of IT- Business Consultancy. 

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As the Chief Information Officer of Broadcom, Inc., Alan Davidson has been responsible for leading the company’s IT strategy, developing and executing innovative IT solutions, and managing the global IT organization. He has been instrumental in leading the development and implementation of cloud-based systems to enhance operational efficiencies. 

Prior to joining Broadcom, Inc. in 2016, Alan Davidson held various executive positions in top-notch companies like Director IT Infrastructure at Avago Technologies, and VP of Operations at LP Broadband. He was also the Program Lead at Hewlett-Packard. His extensive experience in the areas of enterprise application development, global IT operations and cloud computing has enabled Broadcom to achieve significant cost savings and improve customer experience by leveraging advanced analytics, automation, and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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As the Global CIO of Amdocs, Alegra Kilstein is responsible for leading the company’s IT strategy and operations and driving innovation in the company’s technology solutions. She has led the company’s successful digital transformation which included the implementation of cloud computing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence technology. She has also led the launch of several new products and services, including Amdocs’ cloud-based customer engagement platform. 

Alegra has a long and successful track record in the technology industry. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the Israel Institute of Technology, as well as attended a Leadership program at Harvard Business School.  Before joining Amdocs, Alegra served as the CIO, Head of IT at ADC.  

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Alexis Le-Quoc is the CTO of Datadog and has led the development of numerous products including the data-driven network, performance monitoring platform, log management platform, and infrastructure monitoring platform. 

Benefitting from the experience that he gained as a Director of Live Operations at Wireless Generation, R&D Engineer at France Telecom R&D, Alexis Le-Quoch has contributed majorly to the development of Datadog’s machine learning and analytics platform and has been instrumental in driving the company’s growth and success. 

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Okta is an IT company that deals with cloud-based identity management and Alvina Antar is the CIO who is responsible for the company’s overall IT strategy and operations. Alvina has been instrumental in helping Okta become the leading cloud identity provider with more than 17,000 customers worldwide and has helped the company to expand its customer base and increase its market share. 

Having worked as the CIO of Zuora, prior to joining Okta, Alvina was responsible for leading the internal business applications and infrastructure. She also worked at Dell as the Director- Mergers & Acquisitions.  

At Okta, Alvina has spearheaded several initiatives to improve IT security and compliance and to ensure that Okta’s products and services remain secure and reliable and has played a key role in expanding their offices in Europe and Asia. 

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Anand Bahl is the Chief Information Officer of Micron Technology and is responsible for setting Micron’s long term technology strategy and ensuring that the company’s IT capabilities are built to effectively support the organization’s goals. 

Prior to working at Micron technology, Anand Bahl worked as the VP Technology at Vivint Smart Home, and VP-Business Process and System Integration at Symantec, VP- Business Transformation at Brightstar, and more. 

With almost 20 years of experience in the technology sector under his belt, Anand has made several key contributions to Micron Technology. He has contributed to shaping and implementing the company’s technology strategy, focusing on creating a digital-first customer-centric experience. He has also focused on driving innovation through the use of new technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and analytics and helped Micron Technology transform the way it operates, leveraging cloud-based solutions to increase efficiency and reduce cost.

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As the CTO of SS&C Technologies, Anthony Caiafa is responsible for the company’s overall technology strategy and for delivering innovative products and services to customers. With expertise in Security, and a focus on FinTech services and software products, he has implemented several key initiatives that have propelled the company to new heights. These include developing a cloud-based platform that simplifies the integration of SS&C’s flagship products, creating a global infrastructure to support a more cost efficient and secure data environment and expanding the company’s software portfolio. 

Prior to joining SS&C Technologies, Anthony Caiafa worked for Bloomberg L.P. as CTO- Infrastructure Security Architect, Site Reliability Engineer at DigitalOcean, and Director of Systems Engineering at Fulcrum Analytics. 

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As the Chief Information Officer of the Meta Platforms, Atish Banerjea is responsible for the development and delivery of innovative technology solutions that helps Meta achieve its mission of transforming the way people learn, create and communicate. 

Prior to joining Meta, Atish served as the CTO of Dex One, CIO and EVP atNBCUniversal Media, LLC,and Global EVP and CIO at Pearson. With many years of experience under his belt, Atish has proved to be a highly accomplished technology leader and innovator and has received numerous awards and recognition for his work. 

During his tenure at Meta Platforms, Atish has contributed to the development of several of the platform’s innovative features, such as its AI-powered search engine, natural language processing capabilities, and data visualization tools. He has also been instrumental in helping Meta secure several strategic partnerships with leading technology companies such as Google and Microsoft. 

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As the CTO of Dynatrace, Bernd Greifeneder is responsible for the company’s engineering, strategy and product development. Having previously held positions like CTO at Compuware, SVP & CTO at Ruxit, Chief Software Architecture at Segue Software, Inc. and several other software companies, Bernd is a well-known figure in the IT industry. 

Bernd has played a key role in leading the company’s transformation from a traditional performance management solution to a digital experience and artificial intelligence driven platform which helps the business to continuously monitor, measure, and optimize their digital performance making Dynatrace one of the leading companies in the software performance industry. 

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As the CIO of FactSet, Bill Fiorelli has been instrumental in leading the company’s technology strategy. Throughout his tenure at the company, Bill has made numerous contributions to the company’s growth and success. He has spearheaded the development of innovative products such as FactSet’s cloud-based platform which provides users with direct access to data and analysis.

Before joining FactSet, Bill held several leadership positions at companies like Bloomberg LP and Bank of America. This wide range of experience has resulted into him leading the expansion of the company’s global data centers and the rollout of various new services and technologies.

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Brad Smith has been with Paycom since 2005 and has been responsible in helping the company develop and implement innovative cloud technologies that have made the firm one of the most successful payroll and Human Capital Management providers in the United States. 

Prior to joining Paycom, Brad worked as a Senior Technical Consultant at BearingPoint, Manager of Software Development and Business Intelligence at Fleming Foods and Chief Programmer and Developer at ABF Freight Systems.  

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Burt Kaliski jr is the Chief Technology Officer of Verisign, a company that is the leading provider of internet security services and infrastructure. Burt joined the company in the year 2011, bringing with him an experience of 25 years in the technology industry. Prior to that, Burt has held leadership roles such as VP & Chief Scientist at RSA Security, and Senior Director at EMC Corporation, where he was responsible for cryptography, enterprise security, embedded systems and software development.

At Verisign, Burt has been instrumental in driving strategic initiatives such as Verisign Identity Protection, a comprehensive security solution to help protect customers against online fraud and identity theft. He has also been responsible for the development of the company’s authentication and encryption services, as well as company’s mobile security initiatives.

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Prior to working at Slack, Cal Henderson was the founding engineer of Flickr, photo and video sharing website. At Slack, Henderson has been responsible for the overall technical vision and execution of the workplace communication platform that was launched in 2013. He and his team are responsible for the development of the platform, maintaining reliability and performance, and ensuring security for Slack users which has created a huge impact on the growth of the company, particularly in terms of user adoption and engagement. 

Henderson has been instrumental in developing and improving the platform’s features and functions such as its search and discovery tools, and the Slack bot. He has also launched the “Slack Fund” for investing in start-ups that are working on Slack related products. 

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Carrie Rasmussen is the Chief Information Officer of Ceridian HCM holding, a publicly traded global provider of Human Capital Management (HCM) solutions. She is responsible for the company’s technology strategy and oversees the development and implementation of leading-edge cloud based HCM solutions to customers worldwide.

Carrie has held many leadership roles in various companies such as the Vice President of IT of Safeway, CIO of The Save Mart Companies and Group Vice President of IT at Albertsons Companies. 

At Ceridian, Cassie has played a major role in the company’s transformation into a cloud based HCM provider. She has leveraged her extensive experience in enterprise technology to launch a successful cloud based HCM solution Dayforce, which is now used by over 4000 customers worldwide. She has also developed and implemented a comprehensive data security strategy to ensure the production of customer data. Under her leadership, Ceridian has become a leader in the deployment of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to improve customer experience and drive business growth.

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GoDaddy is a web hosting and a domain name registering company and as the CTO of GoDaddy, Charles Beadnall is responsible for overseeing the company’s technology, strategy, product development and engineering operations.

Prior to joining GoDaddy, Charles worked as Senior Director, Engineering at Yahoo, Director, Systems Architecture at Verisign and VP at Metaweb Technologies, Inc. 

At GoDaddy, Charles has been instrumental in driving the company’s growth and success. He has implemented a number of new technologies and products, including GoDaddy’s cloud-based hosting solutions and overseen the migration of its customers to the cloud. He has also led the development of GoDaddy’s security compliance and privacy programs.  

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Chet has been with Guidewire Software since 2019 and has made a notable contribution to the company’s success. He leveraged extensive experience in software companies like Salesforce to create innovative software solutions to meet the needs of the industry.

At Guidewire Software, Chet has led to the development of a suite of software products that enable insurance companies to securely access, store and collaborate on client information. He has also overseen the implementation of a new data analytics platform- Guidewire Analytics that improves business outcomes.

He is also an active member of the healthcare community and serves on the board of several healthcare-related organizations and charities.

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As the Chief Digital Information Officer for ServiceNow, Chris Bedi is responsible for driving digital innovation and transforming the way customers, partners and employees work with the company. He is also responsible for developing and executing ServiceNow’s IT services delivery and digital workplace strategy. 

Prior to joining ServiceNow, Chris worked as CTO for Verisign and CIO for JDSU. Chris has been instrumental in driving digital transformation leveraging technology to improve customer experience and operational efficiency. He was responsible for launching ServiceNow cloud platform, creating the company’s first digital workforce and establishing a mobile strategy, making ServiceNow a leader in digital transformation.  

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As the CIO of Adobe, Cynthia is responsible for driving Adobe’s global information technology and security strategy and operations. She joined Adobe in 2016 and is a member of the company’s executive leadership team. Prior to joining Adobe, Cynthia served in executive IT roles such as SVP & CIO at NetApp and Group Vice President at Safeway. She has more than 25 years of experience in IT strategy operations and security. 

At Adobe, Cynthia has made a major contribution to the company’s transformation and modernization including the implementation of a cloud-first IT strategy and the creation of an enterprise security program. She has also led the deployment of digital technologies to support Adobe’s creative and digital marketing solutions, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and improved operational efficiency across the company. 

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As the CIO of Alphabet Inc, Daniel Perez is responsible for overseeing the tech infrastructure and operations of Alphabet, Inc. the parent company of Google, YouTube and other subsidiaries. His main duties include leading the development and implementation of technology initiatives, improving the efficiency of systems and processes, and helping the company meet its strategic goals.

Under Daniel’s leadership, Alphabet has implemented a range of strategic initiatives that have enabled the company to remain competitive in the ever-changing technological landscape. These initiatives include deployment of advanced cloud computing services, advanced global network and adoption of machine learning technologies. He has also implemented a range of initiatives to reduce the company’s carbon footprint and has driven the development of initiatives to reduce the company’s reliance on fossil fuels.

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Dave Pickles is the CTO of The Trade Desk, a company that provides demand-side platform for sophisticated media buyers. He is responsible for driving the technical vision of the company and ensuring that its products are built to the highest standards.

Dave has over 20 years of experience in the technology sector. His extensive experience in the industry has enabled him to bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to The Trade Desk. Under his leadership, the company has grown significantly expanding its customer base and increasing its revenue. He has also been instrumental in the development of the company’s cutting-edge technologies such as its real time bidding platform.

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Dharmesh Shah is an experienced entrepreneur and technologist who has held executive positions at numerous companies. He has been a part of HubSpot since its inception and has been instrumental in developing the company’s software platform. The inbound marketing system that was developed by him helps the business to attract visitors, convert leads and close customers. He has also helped to develop suite of software tools, including the HubSpot Content Management System, The HubSpot CRM and The HubSpot Academy.

Dharmesh has a long and successful work experience in the software and technology industry. Prior to joining HubSpot, he was the founder and CEO of Pyramid Digital Solutions, an enterprise software company. Dharmesh is an active investor and advisor to several technology startups and holds multiple technology patents.

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With over 20 years of experience in the IT field, Don Bobson is responsible for managing the IT strategy, systems and operations of the organization. He has been instrumental in driving digital transformation initiatives, modernizing the company’s systems and creating a secure, scalable and compliant IT infrastructure.

Under his leadership, the company has achieved significant growth in customer service and technology efficiency. He has also been a key contributor to the company’s successful adoption of cloud and mobile technologies. His experience and expertise in IT have been invaluable in helping the organization stay ahead of the competition in terms of IT innovation and digital transformation.

Prior to working in Visa, Don also held leadership positions as VP, Engineering and Technology at On Center Software and Director of Global Support and Professional Services at ITInvolve.

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Don brings over 20 years of experience in software engineering, product strategy, and software architecture to the role of CTO of Pegasystems. He joined the company in the year 2000 and has held various roles within the company, including Directors of Architect and Engineering. In his current role as the CTO, Don is responsible for the company’s overall technology strategy, product direction and engineering development. 

Don has played a key role in driving the company’s growth, leading the charge to develop industry-leading solutions. Under his guidance, Pegasystems has become a leader in digital process automation, artificial intelligence and customer experience management. He has also helped the company expand its offering and gain recognition for its innovative solutions. 

Don holds a BS. in Physics and Philosophy from Boston College. 

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As the CTO of Qualcomm Technologies Inc, Dr. James H Thomson is responsible for leading the company’s global technology strategy and development. He has over 25 years of experience in technology and engineering management as well as in corporate strategy, operations and finance.

Dr. Thompson has a strong background in the mobile industry, and his contributions to the company have included the launch of several new products and services, such as the Snapdragon family of mobile processors, 4G LTE and 5G cellular technologies and the development of the company’s first 5G mobile platform.

He has also been instrumental in guiding QCT strategic investments in advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and the Internet of Things.

Dr. Thompson holds a doctorate in electric and computer engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

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Dr Prith Banerjee is the Chief Technology Officer, Ansys, a global leader in engineering simulation software and services. With more than 25 years of experience in the technology industry, Prith has a diverse background in both research and business. 

At Ansys, Prith has led the development of advanced simulation technology and has been instrumental in expanding the company’s portfolio of offerings. He is responsible for driving the company’s technology strategy, product development and innovation. He has also been responsible for developing strategic relationships with key customers, partners and industry leaders. 

Prior to joining Ansys, Prith has held leadership positions that several innovative technology companies including Schneider Electric, Hewlett-Packard and Accenture. 

Dr Prith received his PhD in Electric and Computer Engineering from University of Illinois and B. Tech from IIT Kharagpur. 

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Chief Information Officer of Coupa Network, Eric Tan is responsible for overseeing and managing the company’s information technology and security systems. Prior to joining Coupa Network, Tan worked as the Director of Cloud Computing at PwC and Manager of Cybersecurity and IT at Ernst & Young. 

Eric has been instrumental in driving the company’s technology strategy and initiatives. He has led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning system, as well as a cloud-based platform for business insights. Tan has also led Coupa Network’s efforts to launch a mobile app and increase the company’s focus on customer experience. 

With a Masters in Business Systems from Monash University, Eric has over 20 years of experience in the technology and information management industry. 

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Fares Alraie is the CTO of Anaplan, a cloud-based enterprise performance management software company. He has been in this position since 2018. Prior to joining Anaplan, Fares worked at VISA as Senior Director of Product Security and Assurance, and Chief Information Security Officer at Mattel, Inc. 

At Anaplan, Fares leads the company’s global technology strategy and is responsible for product engineering, IT, and information security. He has overseen the development of the Anaplan platform and has helped the company grow to become one of the most widely adopted enterprise performance management solutions in the world. 

Fares has played a key role in helping Anaplan expand its platform capabilities and reach new markets. He has also been a key leader in driving the company’s digital transformation initiatives and in enabling the company to provide an end-to- end platform for enterprise performance management. 

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As the Chief Information Officer at Cisco, Fletcher Previn is responsible for the company’s overall IT strategy, technology operations and digital transformation. Before working for Cisco, Fletcher worked in a variety of roles in IT and digital transformation. He was the Chief Information Officer at IBM from 2017 to 2020 and prior to that held operation roles at Walmart. 

At Cisco, Fletcher has been leading the digital transformation of the company’s IT operations, including the adoption of cloud technologies and the automation of IT processes. He has also been focused on prioritizing customer experience, developing innovative solutions that drive business value, and creating an agile and secure IT infrastructure. He also believes in creating a culture of innovation and collaboration across the organization and fostering an environment that encourages experimentation and agility. 

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Gary Sorrentino is the Global Chief Information Officer of Zoom Video Communications. He is responsible for leading the company’s technology infrastructure and driving the strategy, development and operations of the global IT organization. 

Prior to joining Zoom, Gary worked at J.P. Morgan Asset Management as the Global Chief Technology Officer and Director of Infrastructure at Credit Suisse. Since joining Zoom, Gary has implemented innovative solutions such as secure cloud platform, automated customer support, and improved video conference quality. He has also been instrumental in driving the company’s growth through strategic partnerships and integrations. 

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Geng Lin is the Chief Technology Officer of F5 Networks, a leading provider of application delivery and security solutions. Geng joined F5 Networks in the year 2019 and is responsible for the company’s technology strategy, road map and innovation. Before joining F5 Networks, Geng served as the Chief Development Officer at JPMorgan Chase & Co, Head Infrastructure at Google, and CTO at Dell. 

At F5, Geng has been instrumental in introducing new technologies such as AI, machine learning, and software defined networking to the company’s product portfolio to help customers better manage their applications and networks. He has also been responsible for driving the company’s vision for digital transformation and its commitment to open source and collaboration. Under Geng’s leadership, F5 has also made significant investments in security technologies to help customers keep their data secure.

Geng holds an M.Sc  in Computer Science from Peking University and a Ph.D in the same from The University of British Columbia. 

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Glenn Kurwoski is the Chief Technology Officer at CACI international Inc., professional services and IT solutions provider for the US government. He has been with the company since 2014 and is responsible for developing and overseeing the technology strategy, systems architecture and the portfolio of products and services that CACI provides to its customers. He works closely with the senior leadership team to ensure that CACI’s technology solutions are tailored to meet their customer’s needs. 

Glenn has a long and impressive background in information technology and engineering. Before joining the company, he was the Vice President at Lockheed Martin. 

Since joining the company, Glenn has been instrumental in helping the company expand its capabilities and offerings. He has helped the company move to the cloud computing space with the launch of its cloud-based technology platform. He has also played a key role in driving the company’s growth through the development of new products and services including CACI Instant Radius, a cloud-based service for managing security and compliance.  

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Greg Lavender is the Chief Technology Officer of Intel Corporation. He is responsible for driving the future of technology through innovation and collaboration. Lavender joined Intel in August 2021 and he is responsible for ensuring that Intel continues to be a leader in developing and delivering world class technologies. 

Lavender has played a key role in advancing Intel’s technology strategy and vision, which includes advancing the company’s portfolio of software products as well as its collaboration with other technology leaders. 

Prior joining Intel, Lavender held various leadership positions such as CTO at VMWare,Managing Director and Global CTO for Cloud Architecture and Technology Engineeringat Citi,VP of Engineering atCisco Systems, andVP of Engineering for Solaris Operating Systemat Sun Mircosystem, and more. He holds a Ph.D in Computer Science from Virginia Tech. 

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At Qualys, Ishpreet Singh is responsible for leading the company’s product and technology strategy, as well as overseeing the development and deployment of Qualys’ cloud and security solutions. He has been instrumental in driving Qualys’ product innovations including the Qualys cloud platform, which enables customers to manage and protect their IT systems in the cloud. 

In addition to his executive role, Singh has also been a thought leader in the IT industry. Before joining the company, Singh held multiple executive positions likeSVP, Business Operations & ITat Pluralsight,Global Head, ITat Imperva, and CIO at Data.ai, and more. 

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J Evans is responsible for leading Oracle’s global IT strategy, operations and delivery of technology services. Evans has more than 2 decades of experience in IT leadership roles including previous positions like SVP, Global Infrastructure Engineering and Operations at Walmart and Sr. Director, Online Infrastructure and Operations at Electronic Arts. 

With her leadership, Evans has been instrumental in driving Oracle’s digital transformation initiatives to ensure that Oracle’s products and services remain competitive in today’s rapidly evolving technology landscape. She has also been a key driver in Oracle’s cloud adoption strategy, helping the company to move a large portion of its applications and services to cloud-based solutions. 

In addition to her work with Oracle, Evans is actively involved in the technology community and is a regular speaker at industry conferences and events. She is also an active mentor to other IT leaders and works to promote diversity and inclusion in the tech industry. 

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James F. Carlini has over 30 years of experience in the technology and engineering fields. At Leidos, Carlini has contributed significantly to the company’s success by leading the development of innovative solutions and helping customers solve their most complex challenges. He has established partnership relationships with leading technology companies. Carlini has also played an important role in the company’s expansion into new markets and industries such as healthcare and cyber security. 

Prior to working at Leidos, Carlini founded the company James Carlini Consulting. He was also the co-founder of Zeteo Tech LLC and theVice President of Advanced Development Programs at Northrop Grumman Corporation. 

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As the Chief Technology Officer of Broadridge Financial Solutions, Jason Birmingham’s responsibility is to focus on providing strategic advice that improves their operations and makes the business grow. Prior to joining Broadridge Financial Solutions Inc, Jason worked asManagement Consultantat PwC,Head of Capital Markets and Finance Technologyat  Fannie Mae andClient Account Executiveat Navigant Consulting. 

At Broadridge Financial Solutions, Jordan has made instrumental contributions by developing and implementing strategies to improve cost efficiencies, improve client service, and its customer engagement. He also worked on projects to improve customer segmentation, developed marketing strategies, and develop data driven insights. 

Jason holds an MBA from the University of Maryland and has attended Executive Leadership Program at The Wharton School.  

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Jason Conyard is responsible for the company’s global IT strategy, and operation which spans cloud, networking, and mobility initiatives. Before joining VMWare, Jason worked as Vice President – IT at Juniper Networks, Managing Director at BlackRock and Director of Wireless Security Product Management at Symantec. 

At VMWare, Conyard has been instrumental in the company’s transformation from a traditional on-premise IT provider to one of the leading cloud computing and virtualization providers. He has been a driving force behind VMWare’s initiatives in the cloud, networking, and mobility. His leadership has helped the company to deliver innovative solutions to customers and enable them to easily transition to the cloud. He has also been a key contributor to the VMWare’s security strategy, helping the company to create a secure and reliable cloud infrastructure, that is in compliance with VMWare’s security policies and procedures which are designed to protect customers. 

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Jeff Hayward is the Chief Technology Officer of TriNet, a leading provider of HR solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. At TriNet, Jeff leads the company’s technology and product innovation, helping to make HR easier and more efficient for businesses of all sizes. 

Prior to joining TriNet, Jeff worked as Chief Strategist and Technical Architect at Unisys, Vice President – Software Engineering at Dell, and Senior Vice President of Airline Solutions and Product Engineering at Sabre Corporation. 

At TriNet, Jeff has led the development of the company’s cloud-based HR platform, which provides comprehensive HR services and tools to businesses of all sizes. Jeff has also spearheaded the development of TriNet’s mobile app, which helps businesses manage their HR needs on the go. Additionally, Jeff has played a key role in the development of TriNet’s compliance and risk management tools which helps businesses comply with labour laws and manage their risk. 

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As the CTO of Workiva, Jeff has been instrumental in driving the company’s success and growth. He has implemented innovative technologies to streamline processes, improved reliability and performance of the company’s products, and significantly increased customer satisfaction. Jeff has also led the development of new products and services, providing Workiva customers with a range of solutions to meet their needs. 

Prior to joining Workiva, Jeff worked at Engineering Animation Inc as Head of Development. Jeff has a wealth of experience in software development, product management and enterprise architecture, which gives him a unique perspective on how to drive success in the cloud. 

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As the CIO of Dell Technologies, Jen Felch is responsible for leading the company’s IT strategy, including the infrastructure, applications, cyber security and merging tech. She is a proven leader in driving IT transformation and developing innovative technology solutions. 

Prior to joining Dell Technologies, Jen held a variety of technology leadership positions at companies like PTC as Manager of Data Management Applications (PLM / PDM)and Senior Director of HR Systems at Boeing.  

At Dell Technologies, Jen has been instrumental in driving forward corporate IT  transformation and innovation. She has helped the company to modernize and secure its IT infrastructure, reduce costs and improve customer experience. She has also led initiatives to develop new technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence and machine learning.  

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Joey Fortuna Is the Chief Technology Officer of Ziff Davis, a leading digital media company. He is responsible for overseeing the company’s technology, strategy, architecture, and operations. Before joining Ziff Davis, Joey worked for VINDICO Group as SVP of Engineering, CTO at FameBall Inc, Senior Technical Director at AOL and more.

At Ziff Davis, Joey has been instrumental in driving the company’s digital transformation. He has implemented a cloud-based architecture, upgraded the company’s technology infrastructure, and implemented new processes and tools to streamline operations. He has also played a key role in developing and launching successful digital products across multiple formats. Joey’s contributions have helped Ziff Davis stay ahead of the digital media curve and remain competitive in the digital space. 

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John Russell joined the company in the year 2015. As the Chief Information Officer of Northrop Grumman Corporation, he is responsible for the strategic direction and oversight of the company’s IT and digital transformation efforts. 

Before working at Northrop Grumman, John worked as VP Of Leidos and CTO of SAIC, during which John was responsible for overseeing the company’s technology and digital transformation initiatives. He also led the company’s efforts to develop and implement a comprehensive enterprise-wide information security program. 

As the CIO of Northrop Grumman, John has been instrumental in spearheading the company’s digital transformation and innovation efforts. He has implemented several initiatives to ensure that the company’s IT infrastructure and systems are secure, reliable, and fail-proof. He has also been instrumental in driving the company’s cloud adoption and automation strategies as well as developing and launching new products and services. He has also helped the company in investing in emerging technologies to create new opportunities and enhance customer experience.  

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As the CIO of Salesforce, Juan Perez’s responsibility is to ensure that Salesforce’s technology infrastructure and applications are optimized to maximize customer satisfaction and support business growth. Before joining Salesforce, Juan had a successful career at UPS as a Chief Information and Engineering Officer. 

At Salesforce, Juan has made significant contribution to the company’s success. He has overseen the implementation of the Salesforce platform, which has enabled the company to offer customers more sophisticated and integrated cloud-based services. He has also managed the development of the Salesforce mobile application which has allowed its customers to access Salesforce data and services from anywhere. In addition, Juan has provided strategic guidance to the executive team to help accelerate the company’s growth. 

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As CTO of DocuSign, Kamal Hathi brings over 20 years of experience in software engineering, product innovation and customer success. Kamal has a track record of driving digital transformation initiatives, with a focus on customer engagement and product innovation. He has led the development of customer centric product solutions in multiple industries, including healthcare, insurance, financial services, and retail. 

Before becoming a part of DocuSign, Kamal held senior executive positions like General Manager  at Microsoft and Senior Manager at Capgemini. During his time at Microsoft, he led the development of the customer experience platform, which enabled Microsoft to deliver personalized, and secure customer experiences. 

At DocuSign, Kamal is responsible for leading the architecture and engineering of the company’s flagship product, the e-Signature Platform. He also leads the product innovation team, which is responsible for driving customer engagement and product innovation initiatives. He works closely with company’s sales, marketing and customer success teams, to ensure the success of the business, making Kamal a driving force in DocuSign’s rapid growth and global expansion. 

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At Akamai Technologies, Kate Prouty is responsible for transforming the company’s IT strategy and operations to enable the rapid growth and success of the business. She has been instrumental in bringing the company’s cloud services to the market and in driving innovation in its products. She has also been credited with leading successful integration of several acquired companies into Akamai operations. 

Kate has over 20 years of experience in Akamai and apart from that, has worked with Digitas as Manager of Business Applications. 

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Kathryn Guarini joined IBM in 1999 and since then has undertaken many roles within the company. Currently as the CIO of IBM, she has been responsible for leading the company’s global technology strategy, organization, and operations. Kathryn has over 25 years of extensive experience in IT and digital transformation field. 

At IBM, Kathryn is leading the company’s digital transformation efforts and is responsible for driving the company’s cloud and artificial intelligence strategy. She is focused on developing an enterprise-wide platform to enable the company to scale its technology capabilities across multiple industries. She is also working to develop an agile IT infrastructure to support the company’s global operations and to ensure business continuity. Additionally, Kathryn is focused on driving innovation, improving customer experience, and reducing cost by leveraging technology. 

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Kenneth Duda has been with Arista Networks since the commencement of the company in 2004. He serves as the CTO of the company and has made significant contribution to its growth and success. Before joining Arista Networks, Kenneth was a Software Engineer at Cisco Systems, where he was responsible for the development of network management software. He has also held engineering and management positions at various startups, including a maker of wireless mesh networking devices. 

At Arista Networks, Kenneth is responsible for the company’s technology strategy and engineering activities. He has spearheaded the development of Arista Networks’ industry leading switching and routing technologies and was instrumental in bringing the company’s cloud networking solutions to market. He has also led the development of the company’s open-source software initiatives, including the EOS operating system. 

Kenneth holds a Ph.D in Computer Science from Stanford University and a masters and bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 

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Kevin Iwersen joined Tyler Technologies in the year 2019. As its CTO, he is responsible for leading the company’s technology strategy and development. Prior to joining Tyler Technologies, Kevin was the CIO of Idaho Courts. 

At Tyler Technologies, Kevin leverages his extensive experience in technology, product and engineering to help drive the company’s digital transformation, while leading the development of innovative solutions that help Tyler Technologies’ customers. Kevin is focused on developing and deploying new technologies that enable Tyler Technologies’ customers to more efficiently manage their operations. 

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As the CTO of Microsoft Corporation, Kevin Scott is responsible for driving the company’s technical strategy and overseeing the development of its core technology platform. Scott has been with Microsoft since 2017 and has made tremendous contribution to the company. He has been instrumental in the Microsoft’s cloud platform strategy and in developing the company’s open-source initiatives. He has also been a major force behind Microsoft’s AI efforts, helping to shape the company’s AI vision and build the necessary platform and tools to enable its AI capabilities. 

Prior to joining Microsoft, Scott worked at LinkedIn as SVP of Engineering and Operations and in Google as Senior Engineering Director. He has also authored the book –Reprogramming the American Dream. 

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As the CIO of DXC Technology, Kristie is responsible for overseeing the company’s technology strategy and operations, including the design, implementation, and management of DXC’s IT systems and infrastructure. She is also responsible for leveraging the latest technology solutions to drive business outcomes and drive DXC’s digital transformation. 

Before joining DXC Technology, Kristie served in a variety of roles at PwC as its IT Strategy and Planning Leader, Global CIO of General Dynamics Information Technology and Director of IT Planning and Governance at CSC. 

Since joining the company, Kristie has made significant contribution to it. She has led efforts to build a comprehensive IT strategy to drive the company’s digital transformation. She has also overseen the implementation of new technologies such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence and machine learning. 

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As the CTO of Electronic Arts, Marija is responsible for driving the company’s technical strategy, product development and innovation. Marija brings a wealth of technical expertise and experience to Electronic Arts, having held several positions in the tech industry. 

Marija has worked at Electronic Arts for the past 19 years. Prior to that, she worked at Pivotal Corp as Director of Program Management. 

At Electronic Arts, Marija is responsible for driving innovation, developing new technologies and leading the company’s product development. She is committed to leveraging technology to create immersive and engaging video gaming experiences. She has led the development of several new products, including EA Origin, the company’s digital distribution platform, and EA Access, the subscription service that allows gamers to access a library of EA games. She has also spearheaded the growth of Electronic Arts’ mobile gaming portfolio, resulting in successful launch of several mobile games. 

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Marianna Tessel is the Chief Technology Officer of Intuit, a financial management software company. She is responsible for leading the technology strategy and development of the company’s products and services. Prior to her current role, Marianna worked at Ariba, VMWare, and Docker, Inc. 

At Intuit, Marianna has been instrumental in helping the company develop and launch innovative products and services that have revolutionized the financial management industry. She has helped the company to build a strong technology platform that has enabled them to become a leader in their space. In addition to that, Marianna is focused on developing a culture of innovation at Intuit which has helped the company attract top talent and further propel the company’s growth. 

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As the CTO of MongoDB, Mark Porter is responsible for overseeing the company’s technology vision and roadmap. Porter has been with MongoDB since 2011, during which time he has been instrumental in driving the company’s growth. 

Prior to joining MongoDB, Porter worked with Grab as their CTO, at AWS as their General Manager of the Amazon RDS for PostgreSQL business, VP of Interactive Television at Oracle and more.  

Porter’s contribution to MongoDB includes leading major initiatives such as the company’s cloud native architecture, its global product architecture, and its MongoDB Atlas Database-as-a-Service offering. He has also been a major advocate for MongoDB core open-source technology. Porter has helped to drive the adoption of MongoDB at some of the world’s largest companies, as well as in government organizations, universities, and startups around the world. 

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Mark Sherwood has been the CIO of Nuance Communications since 2018. He has been responsible for managing Nuance Communications’ global IT operations, including the development and implementation of its strategies, policies and processes to support business goals. He is also responsible for the overall alignment of IT investments with the strategic objectives of the organization. 

Before joining Nuance Communications, Mark worked at Symantec as the VP of IT and Global Business Applications and as Senior Director of Business Intelligence and Analytics at Cisco Systems Inc. 

Since joining Nuance Communications, Mark has been instrumental in driving the company’s IT transformation. Under his leadership, Nuance Communications has implemented a cloud-based enterprise platform that has enabled the company to improve its customer experience, increase operational efficiency, and reduce costs. He has also led Nuance Communications’ efforts to strengthen its data security and privacy, as well as its overall cyber security posture.  

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As the CTO of Twilio, Mark Simms is responsible for defining and executing the company’s technology strategy and building the team to enable it. Prior to working at Twilio, Mark held senior positions at Microsoft, during which time, Mark was responsible for leading the development of the Azure Networking Platform and delivering the Windows Server 2016 operating system. 

At Twilio, Mark has played a key role in driving the company’s growth and success. He has led the development of Twilio’s programmable voice, video and chat products, and has helped expand the company’s global presence. He has also been a key contributor to the company’s expansion into the Internet of Things (IoT) and Machine Learning (ML) markets. 

Mark’s experience and technical expertise have been invaluable to Twilio’s success and his leadership has been an integral part of the company’s growth. 

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Max Li was appointed Global CIO of Automatic Data Processing in the year 2020 and since then has been instrumental in driving innovation and operational excellence. He has led the implementation of a new cloud-based payroll platform that has increased the company’s efficiency and significantly improved customer experience. He has also managed the development of a suite of mobile applications and a customer portal that have enhanced customer engagement. Additionally, he has streamlined the company’s IT infrastructure to reduce costs and increase scalability. 

Before working for Automatic Data Processing, Max worked at Solarcom, Inc. as Competency Manager eCommerce and in iXL, Inc as Director of Engineering. 

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As the current CIO of Palo Alto Networks, Meera Rajavel is responsible for the overall management and strategy of the company’s information systems, including information security and cloud services. Before working for Palo Alto Networks, Meera held senior information technology roles like Sr. Software Engineer at Infosys Technologies Ltd, Sr. Architect at CyberSource, Sr. Manager at Cisco Systems, Sr. Director of IT Solution Delivery & Cloud Services at McAfee, CIO at Citrix and more. 

Meera has played a key role in driving the company’s cloud transformation and has helped to build a secure, efficient, and a scalable cloud platform. She has also been responsible for the development of the company’s innovative cyber security products and services. Her commitment to innovation and collaboration has resulted in the successful launch of several products and services such as the Palo Alto Networks App-ID, Global Protect, and Traps. Meera has also overseen the development of the company’s cloud-based analytics platform which enables customers to monitor and manage their IT environments. 

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CTO of Nvidia, Michael Kagan joined the company in 2005, and has played a major role in the company’s transformation from a graphics processor manufacturer to a global leader in visual computing. Michael is responsible for the development of Nvidia’s GPU architectures, GPU software and GPU accelerated computer vision applications. Under his leadership, Nvidia has introduced several breakthrough products including Maxwell, Pascal, and Volta architectures. He has also led the development of Nvidia’s AI capabilities and its deep learning platform. 

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Michael Xie is the CEO as well as the CTO of Fortinet, the global leader in high performance cybersecurity solutions. He leads the company’s technology strategy, product development, and engineering. He is responsible for driving innovation and product development across the company’s product portfolio. 

Michael has over 20 years of experience in the security industry. He previously worked at NetScreen Technologies as Software Architect and in Milkyway Networks Corporation as Software Designer. 

Michael has helped Fortinet become a leader in the security industry. He has played a key role in the growth of the company helping to bring it over $2 billion in revenue. Additionally, he has spearheaded numerous initiatives to ensure that Fortinet’s products are secure, reliable and intuitive. 

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As the CIO of Equinix, a global interconnection and data center company, Milind Wagle is an expert in the areas of cloud computing, software defined infrastructure, and enterprise architecture. With more than 18 years of experience in it, Milind is responsible for driving the company’s technology strategy and vision. He is also responsible for the development and implementation of Equinix’s IT roadmap, which includes initiative to drive innovation, efficiency and cost savings. His contributions have been instrumental in helping the company become a leader in the interconnection and data center space. 

Milind has also worked at VeriSign as Director – Global IT Applications, at Quantum Technologies Inc. as Consultant and as a Software Engineer at Tata Interactive Systems. 

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Nash Panchal is this CIO of MarketAxess Holding, a financial services firm. He has over 15 years of experience in the technology and finance industry working with a variety of companies such as Goldman Sachs, where he was the Managing Director and Global Head of Technology and Asset Management Division, and at Accenture as the Financial Service Consultant. 

At MarketAxess Holding, Nash is responsible for all aspects of the company’s technology operations. He is responsible for the successful implementation of technology solutions that enable the company to operate efficiently and stay competitive in the financial services sector. He has successfully implemented large scale technology projects such as an enterprise data warehouse, a cloud-based analytics platform, and a client facing mobile app. 

Nash has also made significant contributions to the company’s culture and values to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization.  

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Nick Daffan is this CIO of Verisk Analytics, a data analytics firm that provides predictive insights and decision-making solutions to customers in various industries. He is responsible for leading the strategic direction of the company’s technology and the digital infrastructure. Before his tenure at Verisk Analytics, Nick served as CIO for Argus Information and Advisory services where he was responsible for the development, deployment, and maintenance of the company’s technology backbone. 

At Verisk Analytics, Nick has been instrumental in driving the company’s digital transformation. He has overseen the design, development and the implementation of numerous projects that have resulted in significant cost savings and improved customer experience. He has also led initiatives to improve their company’s security posture and has created a culture of innovation and collaboration. 

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As the CIO of CyberArk, a global cybersecurity company, Omer Grossman is responsible for the company’s technology strategy and operations, leading a team of experts in the field of information security, compliance, engineering, infrastructure, software development and analytics. He has over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, working with customers and partners around the world to drive innovation and solve complex challenges. 

Omer has contributed immensely to the development of CyberArk. He has led the development of innovative solutions for the company’s customers, such as the cloud connected security platform and the enterprise security platform. He has also spearheaded the company’s expansion into Asia Pacific region helping to establish its presence in Singapore, India, Japan and Australia. 

Under his leadership, CyberArk has become a recognized leader in cyber security industry, earning recognition from Gartner and Forrester for security solutions and platforms. He has also led the company’s efforts to educate customers and partners on the latest trends and developments in the field of cybersecurity. 

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Patrick Dineen is the CIO of Nielsen, the leading global provider of information, data, and insights into what consumers buy, watch and listen to. In this role, Patrick is responsible for leading the company’s global IT strategy and operations. 

Prior to working in Nielsen, Patrick worked in CGS Systems as Vice-President of Client Development,
VP of Business Development and Banking at Harte-Hanks, and VP of Telecommunications & Utilities at Claritas, and more. 

At Nielsen, Patrick has been responsible for driving the company’s digital transformation, leveraging technology to drive efficiency and innovation across the business. He has implemented a cloud-first strategy that has enabled the organization to quickly identify and respond to customer needs. Patrick is instrumental in creating a culture of collaboration and innovation that has resulted in significant business improvements. 

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As the CIO of Accenture, Penelope Prett is responsible for driving Accenture’s innovation agenda, which includes spearheading the use of emerging technologies, increasing the company’s global innovation capabilities, and developing new business models. 

During her tenure at Accenture, Penelope has worked to implement innovative solutions to help Accenture clients achieve their goals. She has also worked to develop new business models and initiatives that help Accenture stay ahead of the competition. She has been instrumental in launching the Accenture Innovation Hubs, which is a global network of innovation labs that help employees and clients come up with new ideas and solutions. 

Penelope has worked to increase the company’s focus on research and development, leading to the launch of Accenture labs, which is a global network of research and development facilities. She is also a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion at Accenture. 

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Pete Carrara is this CIO of Black Knight, a leading provider of integrated technology, data, and analytics solution to the U.S. mortgage and real estate industries. He is responsible for creating a technology strategy that meets the needs of the company and its customers, as well as ensuring the security and reliability of its technology systems. He is also responsible for driving innovation in the areas of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data analytics. 

Prior to working for Black Knight in 2019, Pete worked at JPMorgan Chase and Co as the Managing Director of Global Technology Infrastructure and Architecture & Engineering and the Managing Director of Global Head of Capital Markets Infrastructure and US Head of Infrastructure at Credit Suisse. 

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Pete Hirsch is this CTO of BlackLine, a leading provider of cloud-based accounting and financial solutions. He is responsible for leading the company’s technology vision and strategy, and ensuring its products are innovative, secure, and reliable. 

Since joining BlackLine in May 2019, Pete has been instrumental in driving the company’s technology strategy and innovation initiatives. He has implemented a modern software development methodology, improved the development processes and promoted a culture of innovation and collaboration. He is focused on building high performance teams and leveraging emerging technologies to drive the company’s success. 

Before working at BlackLine, Pete held a variety of roles such as Executive Vice President of Technology and Operations at Ellie Mae, Senior Vice President, Ariba Cloud Engineering & Technology at SAP, Chief Architect & Business Unit Leader, SaaS Applications at IBM and more. 

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Pinal Patel is the CIO of Veeva Systems. He is responsible for leading the company’s IT strategy, operations, and security as well as driving innovation and digital transformation initiatives. With more than 20 years of experience in IT operations and security, Pinal has been focused on improving customer experience, and modernizing and streamlining the company’s IT infrastructure. He has also implemented security measures to ensure data safety and compliance and has worked to ensure that the company remains at the cutting edge of technology, helping the company expand its customer base, increase revenue and improve overall operational efficiency. 

Before Veeva Systems, Pinal also worked in Cognizant as the Director, Vice President of Nexient and Manager at Accenture. 

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Ponna Arumugam has over 20 years of experience in the technology and information industry. With a strong background in IT strategy and operations, Ponna is responsible for leading the company’s IT strategy, operations and service delivery. She has contributed significantly to the company’s success by developing innovative solutions that help MicroStrategy deliver the best customer experience.  

She has implemented a cloud-based platform that enables customer to access and use MicroStrategy data and analytics products and services more efficiently. She has also spearheaded the development of a mobile analytics platform which provides users with real time access to analytics and insights. 

Prior to joining MicroStrategy, Ponna held IT leadership positions at some of the world’s leading technology companies. She has worked as the Chief Technology Officer of TME (Telecom, Media and Entertainment), Retail and HiTech Verticals at HCL Technologies, Sr Director Engineering, Threat and Risk Management Group at Symantec, and Senior Consultant at Clarivate Analytics. 

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Praniti Lakhwara is CIO at Zscaler, where she is responsible for driving the development of the company’s IT strategy, architecture and operations. With over 15 years of experience in IT, Praniti is focused on ensuring that the organization is equipped with the right technology to meet its business objectives. She is also responsible for leading the charge in company’s cloud transformation efforts which includes the development of cutting edge cloud security solutions. 

Before joining Zscaler, Praniti worked in various senior roles like CIO at Conga and Sr. Director of Applications and Integration at Guidewire Software and VP of IT and CIO at Nimble Storage. 

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As the CTO of Paylocity, a cloud-based payroll and Human Capital Management platform, Rachit Lohani is responsible for the technical direction and execution of company’s product strategy. He is also responsible for overseeing the company’s engineering, data and product teams. Rachit has played an instrumental role in driving the company’s growth and helping it become a leader in payroll and Human Capital Management. Under Rachit’s leadership, Paylocity has developed a modern and secure cloud platform that has enabled the company to quickly scale and meet the needs of its customers. 

Prior to joining Paylocity, Rachit was working with Intuit as Director of Engineering and as Software Engineering Manager at Netflix. Rachit has extensive experience in developing and leading teams to deliver innovative technology solutions. 

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As the CTO of Autodesk, Raji Arasu is responsible for the company’s technology strategy, research and development and product line up. She has been instrumental in driving the company’s technology vision and designing innovative products and services to meet the needs of customers. She has led the development of Autodesk’s cloud-based and mobile technologies which have enabled customers to access the full range of Autodesk 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software from anywhere.  

Raji also spearheaded the company’s foray into the Internet of Things and the development of a range of connected products and services. Before joining Autodesk, Raji was the CTO at StubHub. She also held executive positions such as Senior Vice President of Intuit Platform at Intuit, Engineering Technical Lead at Oracle, and VP of Technology at eBay. 

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As the Global CIO, Markets and Practices of Cognizant Technology Solutions, Ramesh Munamarty is responsible for driving the company’s IT transformation, innovation and growth for their global markets and practices. Under his leadership, Cognizant has seen a record growth in its IT services and solutions offerings, further strengthening its leadership position in the industry. He has also been instrumental in driving the company’s industry leading IT investments and initiatives to modernize technology & security and accelerate innovation internally and externally.

Prior to working in Cognizant, Ramesh worked as Group Chief Information Officer, at NTUC Enterprise Co-operative Limited, Group Chief Information Officer at International SOS, Global Chief Information Officer at Verint-Systems, Principal/Partner at Capgemini, and Senior Director in Oracle. Ramesh has more than 25 years of experience in all areas of technology across diverse industries and has worked in multiple countries. He is a recognized leader in the field winning several prestigious awards.

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Ram Venkatesh is the CTO of Cloudera, a leading provider of enterprise data cloud solutions. He brings more than 25 years of experience in product development, engineering and operations. Prior to joining Cloudera, Venkatesh held various leadership roles like Software Architect at Microsoft and at Hortonworks as VP of Engineering. 

At Cloudera, Venkatesh is responsible for driving the company’s technology strategy, product vision and engineering teams. He is focused on helping the company deliver the best data cloud experience for its customers and partners, as well as ensuring that its technology is failproof. Venkatesh has helped the company expand its technology portfolio to include public and private cloud solutions, as well as core enterprise data platform. 

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Rani Johnson is the CIO of Cloud Software Group. Her responsibility is leading the global IT organization, driving innovation and delivering value to the business. She oversees the development of strategic plans to ensure Cloud Software Group’s platform and infrastructure meet the company’s current and future needs. 

Prior to joining Cloud Software Group, Rani was the Senior Vice President and CIO at TIBCO and Senior Vice President and CIO at SolarWinds. In this role, she was responsible for driving the technology strategy and IT operations for the organization. Rani has extensive experience in IT strategy, operations, security, and transformation and is focused on driving innovation to deliver value to the entire organization. 

Update: Rani Johnson has joined Workday as the CIO of the company in March 2023.

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As the CIO of HP Inc, Ron Guerrier has played a vital role in leading the company’s digital transformation efforts and optimizing their IT operations. He has helped to create an agile IT infrastructure, driving costs and operational efficiencies. He has also helped the company to develop and deploy innovative digital solutions, making them better at engaging with their customers, partners and employees. 

Before working for HP, Ron held senior leadership positions like CIO at Farmers Insurance, CIO at Express Scripts, CIO at Toyota and is a board member of many companies. 

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As the CIO of NortonLifeLock, Sameer Khera has played a vital role in driving the company’s digital transformation agenda, leveraging the latest technologies and practices to help protect customers from digital threats. Sameer’s primary aim is to create a safe and secure digital world for both consumers and businesses. He is responsible for leading the company’s IT strategy and operations, as well as including the development of innovative products and services that help protect customers. 

Before working as the CIO of NortonLifeLock, Sameer Khera worked as Vice President of Information Technology at Symantec, Senior Director at Cisco Systems and Sr. Director of Strategic Architecture at Franklin Templeton Investments. 

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As the CIO of Motorola Solutions, Samir Daiya has played a key role in driving technology innovation and creating a digital platform to support the company’s aim of providing customer satisfaction. He has been responsible for building a digital transformation road map, that is focused on creating new customer experiences, improving operational efficiency and driving growth. He has also successfully implemented cloud-first strategy, aiding the company to scale rapidly and use the latest technologies to improve customer experiences. 

Samir has helped organizations to become more agile and efficient, while reducing costs and boosting company’s growth. 

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Sanjay Sood has been in CDW since the year 2013. As the CTO of CDW, his responsibility is overseeing the company’s software engineering, product development, and research and development teams. He is also responsible for driving innovation within the company and identifying and launching new products and services. Under his leadership, the company has seen rapid growth and has become one of the leading providers of digital workplace solutions. He has also helped the company to expand its customer base. 

Sanjay has an experience of 20 years in the software industry, with his deep focus on enterprise software and services. He has held several executive and technical roles in the past, including CTO at BuzzLabs, CTO at All Voices, and Senior Vice President of Yellow Pages. 

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Manhattan Associates, Inc. is a supply chain and omnichannel commerce software provider. As the CTO of the company, Sanjeev Siotia is responsible for driving the company’s technology vision and strategy, including software engineering, cloud and data center operations, and the development of enterprise solutions. His contributions have impacted the company significantly. He has driven the development of the company’s cloud-based solutions, allowing the customers to access their supply chain and omnichannel commerce solutions on the cloud. He has also developed enterprise solutions that are designed to help customers optimize their operations and drive better business outcomes. 

Sanjeev has previously held important roles as Assistant Project Manager at Infosys, Director of Development of WebSphere Commerce, Commerce as a Service at IBM and VP of Product Development & Maintenance at Sterling Commerce and more. 

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Sashi Binani joined Dropbox in the year 2016 and continues to lead the company’s IT, security and infrastructure team. As the CIO of the company, he has been actively involved in the company’s digital transformation, resulting in greater efficiency and scalability. Sashi has also spearheaded the development of a cloud-first infrastructure strategy, allowing the company to provide more services to its customers. 

Prior to working in Dropbox, Sashi has also worked as Sr. Director, IT Services for Marketing, Social and Content at Symantec, Sr Director of IT – Sales, Marketing, Support Services and Data Services at Veritas Technologies LLC, Head of IT for Content Management Business EMC and more. 

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NetApp is a cloud-based data management company and as the CTO of the company, Scott Dawkins has been focused on driving NetApp’s technology initiatives. He has helped develop the company’s cloud-based data management solutions, which have allowed NetApp to remain competitive in the market. He is also responsible for introducing new technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning to the company’s offerings. 

Before joining NetApp, Scott Dawkins held various positions at HP like R&D Lab Manager, Engineer and Scientist. 

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As the CIO of Juniper Networks, Sharon Mandell is responsible for all the aspects of the company’s information technology strategy, including the design, development and deployment of network and security solutions, cloud services, and enterprise applications. In her role, Sharon has made significant contribution to Juniper Networks by helping them to increase the company’s efficiency, reduce costs and improve customer service. She has also overseen the deployment of new technologies, such as the Juniper Multi-Service Edge (MSE) Platform and the Juniper Cloud Service Platform, both of which have helped to drive the company’s growth in the cloud space. 

Before joining Juniper Networks, Sharon served as CIO at TIBCO Software Inc, Partner at StrataFusion, and worked as the CIO of Harmonic, among other roles. 

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Honeywell is a technology and manufacturing conglomerate and as the Chief Digital Technology Officer, Sheila Jordan is responsible for driving the company’s digital transformation and leading the way for the development of innovative digital solutions that transform how people live and work. Under her leadership, the company has adopted digital-first strategies that have led to greater efficiency, improved customer experience, and faster time-to-market. Sheila is helping the company to develop innovative digital solutions using the latest technology for a superior customer experience.   

Prior to Honeywell, she has also worked as CIO at Symantec, Senior Vice President of IT – Communication and Collaboration at Cisco, Senior Vice President at Walt Disney, and CIO and Executive Vice President at Grand Circle Corporation. 

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As the CIO of Workday, Sheri Rhodes has been contributing to the company’s success by driving the development of secure and reliable cloud-based technologies. She has implemented new IT processes and governance models, that ensure efficient management of the company’s growing technology needs. She has also played a key role in developing and advancing Workday’s AI and machine learning capabilities which has allowed the company to provide more meaningful insights to the customers. 

Sheri has held senior leading roles in several technology companies like Vice President of Infrastructure and Operations at Symantec. She also worked for Western Union as EVP and Global CTO, CIO at EFI,VP-Senior Business Leader Technology, CRM Systems at Visa and more.  

Update: Sheri Rhodes has been appointed the Chief Customer Officer of Workday in March 2023.

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Align Technology is a company that provides orthodontic treatments, clear aligners, and other such services. As the CIO of the company, Sreelakshmi Kolli is responsible for the company’s IT strategy, technology operations and digital transformation initiatives. She has spearheaded the implementation of cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing, analytics and artificial intelligence. She has also led the development of a new digital platform that helps improve customer service and streamlines the processes. Her contributions to the company have allowed them to achieve long-term goals efficiently, as well as cost effectively. 

Before becoming the CIO of Align Technology, Shreelakshmi was the Advisory Board member of various companies like Alibaba Cloud, Salesforce and Starburst Data.  

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As the CIO of Synopsys Inc, Sriram Sitaraman has played a key role in driving its digital transformation, leading the company’s global strategies and developing an agile and secure IT infrastructure, that helps Synopsys to scale rapidly and meet customer demands efficiently. 

Before joining Synopsys, Sriram worked as a Board Member of various companies such as DataFrameworks, Inc and Evanta, a Gartner Company. It is this wide range of experience, that Synopsys gains from. 

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CrowdStrike Holdings is a leading provider of cloud-delivered endpoint protection and response services. As the CIO of CrowdStrike Holdings, Steve McMahon has been successful in developing and executing corporate strategies that have enabled the organization to compete in a rapidly changing market. He has played an important role in building a secure and reliable cloud-based platform that allows customers to protect their end points and investigate threats. Steve has also led the development of cloud-based solutions for the financial services, retail, and healthcare industries. 

Steve has over 25 years of experience in IT, business operations, and corporate strategy, and has worked in several leading companies like Cisco as the Director of the US and Canada Service Supply Chain, at IBM as Service Solutions Sales and at Splunk as their CIO. He has also served as an advisor to the board of directors on information technology and corporate strategy. 

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As the CTO of PTC, a global provider of technology solutions, Steve Dertien is responsible for setting the product technology strategy and leading the development of PTC’s product portfolio and has over 20 years of experience in the company. Prior to working at PTC, Steve also served as Business System Analyst at Medtronic. 

Steve has led the development of several new products and services, such as ThingWorx Industrial IoT platform and Vuforia Augmented Reality platform. He has also led to the development of several new features for existing products, like integration of ThingWorx platform with the Windchill PLM system and the integration of PTC Augmented Reality Platform with Microsoft HoloLens. Steve’s contribution to the company has enabled it to become a leader in digital transformation space. 

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Rapid7 is a leading cyber security company, and as CTO of Rapid7, Tas Giakouminakis is responsible for developing, engineering and overseeing the company’s technological strategy. Tas has played an integral role in the company’s shift from a consultancy to an automated security platform that powers cloud-based security solutions. He has also helped in expanding Rapid7’s offerings to include both network and application security. His wealth of experience in developing and engineering software solutions, has contributed to Rapid7’s growth. 

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As the CTO of National Instrument Corporation, Thomas Benjamin is responsible for the company’s product and technology strategy, as well as overseeing its research and development efforts. Thomas is focused on developing the company’s portfolio of products and services, utilizing the latest technology to create innovative solutions for customers. He has also implemented a strategic technology roadmap for the company, that aligns with its mission and vision. 

Prior to working with National Instruments Corporation, Thomas served as the CTO at SAP, where he led the company’s research and development efforts in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, the Internet of Things and big data. He also held executive positions like CTO of SAP,  Engineering Leader at Oracle, CTO at GE Aviation and Chief Architect at VISA. 

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As the VP and CIO of Apple, Timothy Campos is responsible for the company’s global technology infrastructure, enterprise systems and information security team. Before this, Timothy served as the CIO of Facebook, where he was responsible for the company’s data centers, networks and other technology infrastructure. He also took care of the company’s security, privacy and compliance programs.  

Ever since he joined Apple in 2015, Timothy has been instrumental in the company’s technology transformation. He has successfully implemented Apple’s new global network infrastructure, which provides secure, high-speed connectivity to customers all over the world. He also oversaw the development of Apple’s cloud infrastructure, which allows the company to quickly deploy new services and features. Timothy has made sure that the company’s security posture is improved and that the Apple’s data and customer information remain secure. 

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Tim Yip, the CIO of Amazon Web Services is responsible for the strategic development and operational delivery of AWS’s global information technology infrastructure. Before joining AWS, Tim has had several senior IT and leadership positions in strategy, operations, and product development at a number of large technology companies like Corporate Director at Ultimate Kronos Group, Corporate Director at Rackspace, CEO of Woven and CIO of Facebook. 

At AWS, Tim has played a key role in the development and global deployment of the company’s cloud computing solutions. He has also been responsible for the development of company’s strategic partnerships, customer experience, and analytics capabilities. Tim is a thought leader in the cloud computing field and has been a frequent speaker at technology conferences and is also a mentor to many aspiring technology professionals. 

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As the CIO of Fortive Corporation, Victor Fetter is responsible for developing and executing technology strategies that enable businesses to achieve their objectives. Before joining Fortive Corporation, Victor held a variety of positions like CIO at Hewitt Associates, CIO at Mercer Human Resources, CIO of Dell etc. 

During his time at Fortive Corporation, Victor has made significant contributions to the company. He has successfully implemented enterprise-wide technology solutions that have enabled the company to achieve its growth objectives. He has also led the transformation of the company’s digital infrastructure, helping it to become more agile, efficient, and secure. Additionally, he has been the driving force in the company’s digital transformation journey, helping it to better leverage data and analytics to make better decisions. 

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Vlad Vendrow is the CTO at RingCentral, an American cloud-based telecommunications company. He is responsible for driving RingCentral’s technology vision and product strategy to deliver the best customer experience and help organizations become more productive and connected. 

Vlad has more than two decades of experience in enterprise software, engineering and product development. Before working for RingCentral, he held the position of CTO at Ring Zero Systems, Inc. 

At RingCentral, Vlad is leading the development of a unified communications platform that enables the organizations to communicate with their customers, partners and employees using voice, video, messaging and collaboration tools. Vlad has helped the company in the development of the company’s next generation platform, as well as RingCentral’s AI powered virtual assistant. 

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As the CIO and SVP of Nutanix, Wendy M. Pfieffer is responsible for the global IT strategy, infrastructure, and operations. She has over 25 years of experience in IT and has held senior positions in various technology companies. She is focused on driving innovation, efficiency and scalability of Nutanix IT systems. Wendy is leading the charge on building a cloud infrastructure that is secure, reliable, and cost effective. She has also implemented automation processes that enables the company to move faster and be more responsive to customer needs. Wendy’s efforts have helped Nutanix transform into a global cloud provider.  

Wendy also serves on the boards of Qualys, SADA Systems and the American Gaming Association (AGA)and was recently named one of the Top 25 CTO’s of 2022. 

Update: Wendy M Pfieffer bid goodbye to Nutanix in March 2023.

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Will Wu is the CTO of Match Group, the parent company of some of the world’s most popular dating platforms. He has over 25 years of experience in leading product engineering and technology teams. Before working for Match Group, Will served as the CTO of LinkedIn, responsible for product engineering and technology strategy. He also served as Senior Vice President of Engineering at eBay, leading the company’s technology transformation. 

At Match Group, Will is responsible for driving growth and innovation across the company’s portfolio of dating products. He is focused on leveraging technology and data to deliver personalized user experience, while also ensuring a secure and safe platform for users. He is also responsible for building a world class technology team to develop and deploy cutting edge dating technologies. Will has already achieved significant success with Match Group’s products such as Tinder and Match.com and has helped the company become the leader in the online dating industry. 

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Willie K. Chan is the CTO of Aspen Technology, a leading cloud-based software engineering company. Since joining Aspen Technology in 2018, Willie has been instrumental in driving the company’s commitment to innovation, enabling the company to remain at the forefront of technology and stay competitive in the ever-changing industry. 

Prior to joining Aspen Technology, Willie held executive level positions at Microsoft, IBM, and Google. At Microsoft, he was responsible for the development of various cloud-based technologies including Azure and Office 365. At IBM, Willie was responsible for developing a suite of enterprise software solutions including Cognos, and SPSS. At Google, he served as the lead software engineer for the Google Compute Engine, which provides cloud computing infrastructure and services. 

In his current role at Aspen Technology, Willie has been responsible for developing and executing the company’s technologies strategy, leading the engineering team, and driving product innovation. He has also been instrumental in developing partnerships with leading technology companies such as Amazon Web Services and Microsoft. Willie has helped the company secure strategic investments and venture capital funding. 

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Yury Bialykh is the CTO at EPAM Systems, a global provider of digital platform engineering and software development services. He is responsible for driving EPAM System’s strategic technology direction and overseeing the company’s operations, including the development of innovative offerings and services. 

Prior to joining EPAM Systems, Yury held the position of Senior Software Engineer at SAP. At EPAM Systems, Yuri has spearheaded the development of innovative technologies, search with artificial intelligence, machine learning, cloud computing, and blockchain. He has also been instrumental in the launch of EPAM System’s Digital Innovation Hub, which provides customers with a platform for experimentation with emerging technologies. 

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