“I hired John to transform CoolSys' technology during a time of massive business growth. He took immediate steps to build an IT team and culture that focused on creating business value. He led the building of an analytics platform driving operational efficiency while safeguarding the companies information with cybersecurity. He developed a Technology Strategic Roadmap which led us into a successful sale of the business with a 4x MOIC in 2019. John is a highly-respected leader, team-builder, and CIO with a deep understanding of business needs. He has the experience and know-how to build high-performance teams, drive innovation and digital transformation in the enterprise.”
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I transform IT to drive EBITDA growth for $250M to $1B+ companies. A CIO leading teams of…
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What are the best ways to communicate your thought leadership in times of crisis?
Be authentic and empathetic: Authenticity and empathy are essential when communicating during a crisis. It is important to acknowledge the challenges your audience is facing and convey your understanding of their concerns. “No one cares how much you know until they know how much you care” – President Theodore Roosevelt.
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Meet me at SIM TechExec 2024. It's always amazing!
Meet me at SIM TechExec 2024. It's always amazing!
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I’m happy to share that I am the new Chairperson of the Board for So Cal SIM Chapter at Society for Information Management! I'm looking to continue…
I’m happy to share that I am the new Chairperson of the Board for So Cal SIM Chapter at Society for Information Management! I'm looking to continue…
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Education
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Board Advisor
The Society for Information Management, Southern California Chapter
- Present 15 years 1 month
Science and Technology
Board of Directors, Southern California Chapter, served as Chairman, Vice-Chair, Membership Chair, Programs Chair, Philanthropy Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. Currently serving as Board Advisor.
• Grew chapter membership by 300% to over 300 IT leaders; the Southern California Chapter ranks in the top five of chapters nationwide.
• Increased philanthropic giving by 10x for STEM Advantage, Advancing Women in Technology, and
UCI Foundation, which are non-profit organizations…Board of Directors, Southern California Chapter, served as Chairman, Vice-Chair, Membership Chair, Programs Chair, Philanthropy Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. Currently serving as Board Advisor.
• Grew chapter membership by 300% to over 300 IT leaders; the Southern California Chapter ranks in the top five of chapters nationwide.
• Increased philanthropic giving by 10x for STEM Advantage, Advancing Women in Technology, and
UCI Foundation, which are non-profit organizations that provide student scholarships and mentoring.
• Established CIO Enclaves™, which increased membership engagement with 36 CIO events annually.
• Developed a sponsorship program that funds events, charitable contributions, and membership
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Management Council - National Governance Chair
Society for Information Management
- Present 3 years 7 months
Science and Technology
Governance Chair and a member of the SIM National Management Council.
Providing support for SIM's nearly 50 chapters in the governance of the SIM chapters.
https://www.simnet.org/about-sim/governance/management-council
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Advisory Board Member
Customer Experience At UC Irvine
- Present 4 years 2 months
Education
Advisory Board Member: providing program oversight and participating as a speaker, mentor, or panelist
Honors & Awards
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Thought Leadership Award
Nth Generation
For Embracing Innovation: vCISO, Vulnerability Testing, and Cohesity
https://youtu.be/__ofKVcMrr8
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3rd Annual TMW Technology Award Winner
TMW Systems
TMW Systems is honored to announce the companies who received our 2013 TMW Technology Awards during TransForum 2013, held in Anaheim, California, September 22nd-25th.
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SIM National Technology Leadership Committee
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- PresentSociety for Information Management (SIM) Key member of the National Technology Leadership Committee responsible for the selection, design and implementation of a new Membership Management System.
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University California Irvine CIO Roundtable
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- PresentThe CIO Roundtable is a regional forum for the most senior IT executives aimed at helping them address strategic IT opportunities and challenges in the globally networked economy.
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Orange County Technology Professionals (OCTP)
Speaker and panelist on IT Leadership, Innovation, and Cyber Security
- PresentThe OCTP brings together technology and business professionals to network with other experienced professionals in the technology space. The purpose is to provide a monthly forum in which you can exchange information with similar professionals.
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