In this episode, Mitch Davis, CIO of Dartmouth College, discusses transforming IT chaos into order and fostering a change-positive culture among clients. He emphasizes the importance of delivering great experiences, enhancing diversity within IT, and positioning the role of CIO as a strategic leader rather than just a service provider.
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The customer and digital sovereignty are central to transformation with Les Ottolenghi
In this podcast episode, Les Ottolenghi, EVP and CIO of Caesars Entertainment, discusses the crucial role of CIOs in strategy, execution, and value creation. He shares insights on modernizing legacy systems to enhance customer engagement, emphasizing the importance of data privacy and understanding customer behavior through technology, ultimately driving business success.
Enabling the millennial and Gen Z workforce with Wendy Pfeiffer
In a recent podcast episode, Chief Information Officer Wendy Pfeiffer discusses the evolving role of CIOs and the necessity for IT to adapt to the preferences of a workforce predominantly made up of millennials and Gen Z. She emphasizes the importance of software as an integral part of modern business while urging IT leaders to embrace diversity and revolutionary changes in technology practices.
Using technology as a business game changer with Mark Tonnesen
In this podcast episode, Mark Tonnesen, CIO at Freedom Financial Network, discusses emerging technologies and their impact on business operations. He emphasizes a balanced leadership approach, leveraging diverse experiences to drive innovation. Tonnesen highlights the importance of personalized customer experiences, automation, and enhancing employee engagement to create significant business value, particularly in regulated industries.
A candid conversation about the CIO role with Ben Haines
In a recent podcast, Ben Haines, CIO of Verizon Media, discusses the evolving role of the CIO, emphasizing a shift from a purely technical focus to a strategic business perspective. He advocates for engaging with the helpdesk to understand business needs and highlights the importance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity.
Finding talent in unusual places with Brian Hoyt
In a recent podcast, Brian Hoyt, CIO of Unity Technologies, discusses his collaborative relationship with the CEO and CFO. He emphasizes the importance of integrating business and technology, focusing on problem-solving and innovation. Hoyt highlights the value of diverse skill sets in IT and how cultivating a positive workplace culture enhances employee engagement and retention.
The CIO plays a key role as the connective tissue of the organization with Mark Grimse
In this week's podcast, Tim Crawford interviews Mark Grimse, VP of IT at Rambus, discussing the integration of emerging technologies like RPA, ML, and AI in a 25-year-old engineering firm. Grimse emphasizes the importance of innovation and collaboration, particularly how startups can reveal unseen challenges, as seen with Uber's disruption of traditional taxi services.
The CIO engaging customer experience for enterprise success with Yousuf Khan
In this podcast episode, Yousuf Khan, CIO at Moveworks, discusses the evolving role of CIOs, emphasizing their shift towards customer-facing responsibilities and enhancing customer experience. He highlights three keys to building effective relationships and stresses the importance of community in decision-making. Yousuf advocates for a transformational approach in leveraging technology to drive business success.
Understanding the role of the CIO and beyond with Bryan Ackermann
This week, Tim Crawford interviews Bryan Ackermann, CIO of Korn Ferry, about the evolving role of CIOs. He emphasizes the need for CIOs to merge technological expertise with business acumen, dispelling the notion of IT as merely a cost center. Acknowledging the complexities of the role, he highlights the importance of leadership in technology strategy.
Building on experiences inside and outside of IT with Bryan Muehlberger
This podcast episode features Bryan Muehlberger, CIO of Beachbody, discussing his unique career path and insights on the evolving role of CIOs. He emphasizes the importance of business acumen alongside technological expertise, addressing challenges CIOs face, and advocating for proactive leadership. Bryan shares guiding principles and highlights the significance of integrity and curiosity in his role.