64 CxOs On the Move

Every executive appointment says something about where an organization is headed. Behind each leadership change is a decision about the experience, perspective, and vision an organization believes it needs next.

This month’s CxOs on the Move highlights 64 executives stepping into CIO, CTO, CISO, and other senior technology leadership roles across healthcare, financial services, government, retail, manufacturing, and global enterprises.

Congratulations to the leaders beginning their next chapter.

Eric Sidle – Chief Information Officer at The Department of the Interior

Eric Sidle has been appointed Chief Information Officer at the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI), succeeding Paul McInerny. Sidle joins the department from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), where he served as Chief Information Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, leading technology modernization and AI initiatives. Bringing extensive experience in both the public and private sectors, he is expected to oversee DOI’s enterprise IT strategy, support ongoing modernization efforts, and advance initiatives to enhance permitting systems and technology infrastructure. His background in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and anti-fraud programs aligns with the department’s focus on improving operational efficiency and digital capabilities.

Tony Pallas – Chief Technology Officer at Choice Hotels International

Choice Hotels International has promoted Tony Pallas to Chief Technology Officer, placing him in charge of enterprise technology, engineering, and SkyTouch Technology, the company’s hotel operations and property management platform. Pallas has spent more than a decade leading platform modernization and expanding Choice Hotels’ cloud capabilities. He previously served as Chief Commercial and Technology Officer for the company’s property management system business, where he grew annual revenue by 68% and nearly doubled EBITDA. In his new role, Pallas will support the development of AI-enabled tools designed to improve hotel operations and create value for franchisees and guests.

Chaim Mazal – Chief Information Security Officer at GitLab

GitLab has named Chaim Mazal as its new Chief Information Security Officer, tasking him with leading the company’s global security organization and overseeing the security of both the business and its platform. Mazal joins from Gigamon, where he served as Chief AI and Security Officer, overseeing the company’s security function and AI governance initiatives. He previously held senior security leadership roles at Kandji and ActiveCampaign and brings more than 15 years of cybersecurity experience. At GitLab, he will help shape the company’s approach to AI security as organizations increasingly adopt AI agents and confront emerging AI-driven threats.

Kemal Cetin – Chief Digital and Information Officer at Mars

Mars has appointed Kemal Cetin as Global Chief Digital and Information Officer for its Snacking business. Cetin joins from FrieslandCampina, where he served as Global Business and Digital Solutions Officer and was a member of the executive team. He brings nearly 30 years of experience leading digital transformation, technology strategy, and business modernization initiatives across global consumer goods organizations.

Stephen Garcia – Chief Information Security Officer at BreachRx

BreachRx has appointed Stephen Garcia as Chief Information Security Officer, placing him in charge of the company’s internal security program. Garcia will also bring a working CISO perspective to the development of BreachRx’s cyber incident response platform as organizations contend with faster and more coordinated AI-driven threats. He brings more than two decades of experience building security programs across financial services, technology, gaming, and other regulated industries. His previous leadership experience includes roles at Western Union, BNP Paribas, Broadridge Financial, Johnson Controls, ConsenSys, FanDuel, and Napster.

Wasif Jamal – Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at WellSpan Health

WellSpan Health has named Wasif Jamal Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer, giving him responsibility for enterprise information technology and analytics. Jamal will oversee IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, application product direction, and enterprise analytics across the health system. He joins WellSpan from Providence Health, where he served as Global Chief Technology Officer and led infrastructure, cloud, AI, and cybersecurity initiatives. Jamal previously held senior technology leadership roles at Microsoft and General Electric and brings more than 15 years of executive experience.

Scott Adametz – Chief Technology Officer at Pac-12

The Pac-12 has appointed Scott Adametz as Chief Technology Officer, becoming the first FBS conference to establish the position. Adametz will oversee the conference’s technology operations and the use of data and AI across fan engagement and league operations as the Pac-12 prepares for its 2026–27 launch. He most recently served as Engineering Director of Ecosystem Security at Epic Games, supporting engineering and security teams connected to Fortnite, Unreal Engine, and the Epic Games Store. His previous experience includes roles with Riot Games, the NFL, Pac-12 Networks, Groupon, and the team that helped build the Big Ten Network.

Ann Barron-DiCamillo – Executive Vice President and Global Chief Information Security Officer at US Bank

US Bank has appointed Ann Barron-DiCamillo as Executive Vice President and Global Chief Information Security Officer, placing her in charge of the bank’s global information security strategy and cyber resilience efforts. Barron-DiCamillo joins from Citi, where she most recently served as Managing Director and Global Head of Tech Optimisation. She previously held the role of Managing Director and Global Head of Cyber Operations, leading cybersecurity initiatives across the bank. She brings more than 25 years of experience spanning threat intelligence, cyber operations, risk management, technology transformation and security governance. Prior to Citi, Barron-DiCamillo was Vice President of Cyber Threat Intelligence and Incident Response at American Express.

Dennis Hancock – Chief Information Officer and Executive Vice President at Pfizer

Pfizer has promoted Dennis Hancock to Chief Information Officer and Executive Vice President, giving him responsibility for the company’s enterprise digital, AI, and technology agenda. Hancock has spent more than 30 years at Pfizer in roles spanning research and development, commercial solutions, digital health, enterprise products, analytics, and data. Before becoming CIO, he served as Senior Vice President of Digital and led enterprise product management and AI learning initiatives. In his new role, Hancock will guide the use of technology and AI across drug discovery, clinical development, manufacturing, commercialization, and patient engagement.

Ganesh Matha – Chief Technology Officer at El Car Wash

El Car Wash has appointed Ganesh Matha as Chief Technology Officer, as the company expands its technology capabilities across its growing network. Matha brings more than 20 years of experience leading digital transformation, customer experience programs, and AI-powered technology initiatives. He previously held technology roles at Disney and MGM Resorts, where he worked on digital innovation and customer-facing solutions. At El Car Wash, Matha will help advance the company’s digital and customer experience roadmap as it continues to enter new markets.

Srini Uppugonduri – Chief Information Security Officer at Novant Health

Srini Uppugonduri has been promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer at Novant Health, where he will lead the organization’s cybersecurity strategy, governance, cyber operations, risk management, and resilience initiatives. Previously serving as Vice President of Information Security, Uppugonduri played a key role in strengthening the health system’s enterprise security posture, supporting strategic integrations, advancing AI-driven operations, and overseeing cybersecurity governance. He brings more than 20 years of experience in enterprise cybersecurity, infrastructure, and technology operations.

Christian Severt – Chief Information Officer at Soapy Joe’s Car Wash

Christian Severt has been appointed Chief Information Officer at Soapy Joe’s Car Wash, where he will lead the company’s technology strategy, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives to support continued growth. Severt joins the family-owned car wash operator from Amazon Web Services (AWS), where he served as a Cybersecurity Leader. Previously, he held technology and cybersecurity leadership roles at Costco, CuraCloud Corporation, Premera Blue Cross, and Microsoft. A U.S. Navy and U.S. Army dual-service veteran, Severt brings more than 21 years of experience in IT infrastructure and operations, including 14 years focused on cybersecurity and eight years in leadership positions, with expertise in modernizing technology environments and strengthening enterprise security.

Tom Hutchins – Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Dollar General

Tom Hutchins has been appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Dollar General as part of the retailer’s executive leadership realignment. In his expanded role, Hutchins will oversee key technology functions across the enterprise, with responsibility for strengthening technology alignment, performance, and delivery in support of the company’s business operations. His appointment reflects Dollar General’s continued focus on enhancing its technology capabilities as it advances enterprise modernization and operational efficiency.

Roger Hale – Chief Information Security Officer at 1Kosmos

Roger Hale has joined 1Kosmos as Chief Information Security Officer, where he will lead the company’s internal security, compliance, customer trust, privacy, AI governance, and risk management programs as it expands adoption of its identity verification and passwordless authentication platform. Hale brings more than 20 years of executive cybersecurity leadership experience, joining from Informatica, where he served as Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer and led the company’s security transformation during its transition to a cloud-first data management business. He has also held senior security leadership roles at Agora, BigID, and Veritas/Symantec, and served as CISO-in-Residence and Venture Advisor at YL Ventures, advising early-stage cybersecurity companies on product strategy, security, and go-to-market readiness.

Deborah Stephens – Chief Information Officer at The United States Patent and Trademark Office

Deborah Stephens has been appointed Chief Information Officer at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), after serving as Acting CIO. A more than 25-year veteran of the agency, Stephens will serve as the principal advisor on the design, development, and management of the USPTO’s information systems and technology. Previously, she served as Assistant Commissioner for the Office of Patent Information Management, where she led IT modernization for the agency’s patent systems, and as Deputy Commissioner for Patents. During her tenure, she has overseen major technology initiatives, including cloud migration, AI adoption, legacy system modernization, and the launch of the USPTO’s Open Data Portal, helping advance the agency’s digital transformation.

Senthil Padmanabhan – Chief Technology Officer at Lyft

Senthil Padmanabhan has been appointed Chief Technology Officer at Lyft, effective July 20, where he will lead the company’s engineering organization and technology strategy, reporting to CEO David Risher. He joins Lyft from eBay, where he most recently served as Vice President of Engineering after being recognized as a Technical Fellow. At eBay, Padmanabhan led the scaling of the company’s core engineering platform, applications, and infrastructure, spearheaded a company-wide AI transformation, and helped improve engineering productivity through significantly faster deployment cycles and experimentation. In his new role, he will focus on strengthening Lyft’s technical foundation to accelerate innovation and enhance experiences for riders and drivers.

Henrik Smith – Chief Information Security Officer at Infoblox

Henrik Smith has been appointed Chief Information Security Officer at Infoblox, where he will lead the company’s global security strategy, cyber resilience, and risk management efforts. He joins from Amazon, where he served as Head of Security for Devices and Services, and previously held senior security leadership roles at Salesforce and Amazon Web Services, bringing nearly 30 years of experience in cloud security, enterprise security, and risk management.

Rory Meleniclis – Chief Information Officer at Intact Insurance

Rory Meleniclis has been appointed Chief Information Officer at Intact Insurance, where he will lead the technology strategy for the company’s global specialty lines business. He joins with more than 20 years of experience in financial services technology, most recently serving in senior leadership roles at Royal Bank of Canada, where he oversaw core platforms across payments, data, and cybersecurity. In his new role, Meleniclis will focus on cloud modernization, core systems, and data-driven innovation to support business growth.

Phil Crawford – Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Dairy Queen

Phil Crawford has joined Dairy Queen as Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer, bringing more than two decades of technology leadership experience across the restaurant, retail, hospitality, and fintech sectors. Before joining Dairy Queen, Crawford served as Global Head of Food & Beverage and Hospitality at Adyen, where he helped enterprise brands modernize commerce and payments through digital transformation initiatives. Earlier, he held numerous senior technology leadership roles, serving as Chief Technology Officer at CKE Restaurants and Godiva Chocolatier, and Chief Information Officer at Shake Shack and Yard House Restaurants.

Mark Carter – Chief Information Security Officer at Socure

Mark Carter has been appointed Chief Information Security Officer at Socure, where he will lead the company’s enterprise security, cyber risk, governance, compliance, resilience, and IT strategy. Carter brings more than 25 years of leadership experience in cybersecurity and technology, joining from Navan, where he served as CISO. He previously held CISO roles at Tesla and Vimeo, and senior leadership positions at Salesforce, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, PayPal, VMware, and Gemalto.

Sean Gallagher – Chief Information Officer at NASA

NASA has named Sean Gallagher as its new Chief Information Officer, officially confirming his appointment after he served in the role on an acting basis since January 2026. As CIO, Gallagher assumes responsibility for the agency’s enterprise-wide portfolio of information technology products and services, overseeing the systems that support NASA’s scientific research, engineering, and space exploration missions. Most recently, he served as Deputy Chief Information Officer for Operations in the Office of the Chief Information Officer at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C.

Chad Holmes – Chief Information Security Officer at Texas Attorney General’s Office

Chad Holmes has been named Chief Information Security Officer for the Texas Office of the Attorney General, marking his first public-sector role after more than 25 years in private-sector cybersecurity leadership. Holmes brings extensive experience in incident response, threat intelligence, artificial intelligence, and cyber resilience. As CISO, he will oversee the agency’s cybersecurity strategy, AI-enabled operations, breach response, and public-private collaboration to strengthen the office’s security posture.

Anguel Lindarev – Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at WesBanco

Anguel Lindarev has been appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer at WesBanco, where he will oversee the bank’s technology operations, including digital banking, data and analytics, enterprise architecture, and cybersecurity. Lindarev brings more than 20 years of financial technology leadership experience, joining from Capital Bank, where he served as Chief Information Officer. He previously held CIO and senior technology leadership roles at American National Bank, Comerica Bank, and American Express, leading digital transformation, cloud modernization, and AI initiatives.

Markus Weidner – Chief Technology Officer at STV

Markus Weidner has been appointed Chief Technology Officer at STV, a newly created role in which he will lead the firm’s enterprise technology strategy, digital delivery, and AI transformation initiatives. Weidner joins with more than 25 years of experience in enterprise systems and digital transformation, most recently serving as Chief Innovation Officer at a Mid-Atlantic AEC firm, where he led technology strategy and built a digital services practice focused on data analytics, digital twins, and smart infrastructure.

Philip Martin – Chief Information Security Officer at Uber

Uber has appointed Philip Martin as Chief Information Security Officer, bringing in an experienced cybersecurity leader with a background spanning technology, financial services, and the military. Martin joins Uber after more than a decade at Coinbase, where he served as Chief Security Officer since 2016. In that role, he led a global team of more than 250 professionals responsible for cybersecurity, trust and safety, physical security, technology governance, risk and compliance, and business resilience across the company’s consumer and enterprise operations.

Tracy Weber – Vice President and Chief Information Officer at University of Notre Dame

The University of Notre Dame has appointed Tracy Weber as Vice President and Chief Information Officer, following a national search. She succeeds Jane Livingston, who is stepping down after five years in the role. Weber brings more than 30 years of IT experience, including 23 years at Notre Dame, where she has held leadership positions across applications development, enterprise content management, platform services, collaborative IT services, and community IT experience. Her recent leadership includes guiding the university’s cybersecurity strategy and overseeing the University’s IT response during the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to contributing to major institutional planning initiatives.

Johnny Collins – Chief Technology Officer at InnerActiv

Johnny Collins has been appointed Chief Technology Officer at InnerActiv, where he will lead the company’s technology strategy, product innovation, engineering, and security initiatives. Collins brings more than 20 years of cybersecurity experience, joining from leadership roles at Halcyon, Mandiant, and KPMG, where he specialized in threat hunting, insider risk, threat intelligence, and incident response. He also has firsthand experience deploying InnerActiv’s platform to help organizations manage insider risk, AI governance, and data protection.

Justin Henkel – Chief Information Security Officer at SolarWinds

SolarWinds has appointed Justin Henkel as Chief Information Security Officer, adding a seasoned cybersecurity leader with experience spanning military intelligence, threat intelligence, and enterprise security operations. Henkel joins the company from OneTrust, where he spent nearly five years and most recently served as Deputy CISO. During his time there, he helped build programs focused on enterprise risk, resilience, and security operations after initially joining as Head of the CISO Center of Excellence. At SolarWinds, Henkel will oversee the company’s information security strategy and help advance its security posture as it continues expanding its observability and IT management offerings.

Daniel Puscas – Chief Information Officer at FirstEnergy

Daniel Puscas has been appointed Chief Information Officer at FirstEnergy, where he will lead the company’s enterprise technology, digital strategy, and cybersecurity initiatives. Puscas joins from Fortium Partners and brings more than 20 years of technology leadership experience, including CIO and transformation roles across the energy, financial services, retail, and telecommunications sectors. His expertise includes IT transformation, ERP modernization, post-merger integration, and operational restructuring.

Richard Cassidy – Chief Technology Officer at BlueCrest Capital

Richard Cassidy has been appointed Chief Technology Officer at BlueCrest Capital Management. He joins from Jupiter Asset Management, where he served as Head of Technology for nearly five years, and previously spent more than 14 years at RBC BlueBay Asset Management in a series of senior technology leadership roles, including Partner and Head of Engineering. Cassidy brings extensive experience leading technology strategy and engineering across the asset management sector.

Paul Adams – Chief Information Security Officer at Blue Mountain

Paul Adams has been appointed Chief Information Security Officer at Blue Mountain, where he will lead the company’s enterprise security, compliance, and AI governance initiatives. Adams brings more than 25 years of experience in SaaS and enterprise technology and previously spent more than a decade at CrunchTime, leading infrastructure, information security, and governance, risk, and compliance programs. At Blue Mountain, he will help advance the company’s security architecture and ISO 27001, SOC 2, and ISO 42001 compliance efforts.

Andrea Markstrom – Chief Information Officer at Crowell & Moring

Andrea Markstrom has been appointed Chief Information Officer at Crowell & Moring, where she will lead the firm’s global technology platform, operations, and technology strategy. Markstrom brings 30 years of IT leadership experience and joins from Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft, where she served as CIO. She has also held senior technology leadership roles at Schulte Roth & Zabel, Taft Stettinius & Hollister, Blank Rome, Faegre Baker Daniels, and Target Corporation.

Ravi Thatavarthy – Chief Information Security Officer at Primo Brands 

Ravi Thatavarthy has joined Primo Brands as Chief Information Security Officer. Bringing more than 25 years of cybersecurity leadership experience, Thatavarthy will lead the company’s information security strategy as it supports the growth of its North American beverage business. Prior to joining Primo Brands, he served as Chief Information Officer at EmpiRx Health and has extensive expertise in security strategy, risk management, privacy, compliance, and AI-enabled cybersecurity.

Jason Cradit – Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at EverLine

Jason Cradit has been appointed Chief Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at EverLine, where he will lead the company’s technology strategy, cybersecurity, and operational resilience initiatives. Cradit brings more than 25 years of experience securing critical infrastructure across the energy, pipeline, aerospace, and defense sectors. Prior to joining EverLine, he co-founded energy software company Pivvot and held senior cybersecurity, compliance, and operational technology leadership roles supporting infrastructure operators across North America.

Jeff Werner – Chief Information Officer at the Atlanta Community Food Bank

Jeff Werner has been promoted to Chief Information Officer at the Atlanta Community Food Bank after serving as interim CIO. A member of the organization’s executive leadership team, Werner will oversee technology strategy, infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and data and analytics. He joined the Food Bank in 2023 as Director of Business Intelligence and brings more than 17 years of leadership experience in finance, data strategy, technology product management, and analytics across the hospitality and gaming industries.

Mani Iyer – Chief AI and Technology Officer at Vanguard

Mani Iyer has joined Vanguard as Chief AI and Technology Officer, where he will lead the firm’s engineering, artificial intelligence, and enterprise data initiatives. Iyer joins from PayPal, where he served as Senior Vice President and Global Head of Infrastructure, Data and AI Technology, and Developer Platforms. He brings more than 20 years of technology leadership experience, having also held senior roles at Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase, with expertise in large-scale infrastructure, AI, and data platforms.

Thomas Hill – Chief Information Security Officer at Candescent

Thomas Hill has been appointed Chief Information Security Officer at Candescent, bringing more than 25 years of cybersecurity leadership experience in digital banking and regulated financial services. He joins from nCino, where he served as CISO, leading enterprise security programs supporting more than 1,850 financial institutions worldwide. Previously, Hill was CIO and CISO at Live Oak Bank, where he helped drive the bank’s cloud-first security strategy.

Eric Tagliere – Chief Information Officer at R1

R1 has appointed Eric Tagliere as Chief Information Officer, where he will help lead the company’s technology direction, innovation efforts, and execution. Tagliere brings more than 30 years of experience leading large technology organizations and enterprise transformation programs. He most recently served as Chief Technology Officer at Humana, overseeing cloud and technology modernization, and previously held the CTO role at Marriott International. At R1, he will support the company’s efforts to expand its AI, automation, and healthcare revenue management capabilities.

Sara Dillon – Chief Technology Officer at Green Impact Exchange

Sara Dillon has been named Chief Technology Officer at GIX, where she will lead the exchange’s technology strategy, trading infrastructure, and platform modernization efforts. Dillon joins from J.P. Morgan, where she served as Executive Director and Global Head of Trading Surveillance Technology. She previously spent more than a decade at the New York Stock Exchange, including as Managing Director of Trading Systems, leading major trading systems and market infrastructure initiatives.

Karl Robert Schumann – Chief Information Officer at FBI

The FBI has appointed Karl Robert Schumann as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Assistant Director, placing a longtime bureau leader in charge of enterprise technology, cybersecurity, digital transformation, IT governance, and innovation across the bureau. Schumann joined the FBI as a Special Agent in 2005 and has built a career spanning national security, counterintelligence, operational technology, and enterprise IT. Most recently, he served as Deputy Assistant Director in the Operational Technology Division, where he helped oversee technology supporting national security, criminal, and intelligence operations.]

Colin Boatwright – Chief Information Officer at Trinity

Colin Boatwright has been appointed Chief Information Officer at Trinity, a newly created role in which he will lead the company’s enterprise technology, data, and AI strategy. Boatwright brings more than 30 years of technology leadership experience, most recently overseeing global IT, business intelligence, and cybersecurity at UPS Healthcare Precision Logistics. He has also held senior technology leadership roles at Syneos Health, IQVIA, and Ironshore Pharmaceuticals.

Mark Welte – Chief Technology Officer at Pueblo County, Colorado

Mark Welte has been promoted to Chief Technology Officer for Pueblo County, Colorado, following nearly three years with the county’s IT organization. Most recently serving as Director of Information Technology Services, Welte will oversee the county’s information systems, technology operations, and infrastructure. He brings more than 20 years of public- and private-sector technology leadership experience, with previous roles at 5 Why Solutions, Summit Brick Co., and Colorado State University Pueblo.

Merv Govender – Chief Information Officer at Click n’ Close

Merv Govender has been appointed Chief Information Officer at Click n’ Close, where he will oversee the company’s technology strategy, including cybersecurity, infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and technology supporting its lending operations. Govender brings nearly 30 years of technology leadership experience across the banking, gaming, and healthcare sectors, with a track record of leading digital transformation, strengthening cybersecurity, and implementing AI initiatives in highly regulated industries.

John Puopolo – Chief Technology Officer at Care Lumen

John Puopolo has been appointed Chief Technology Officer at Care Lumen, where he will lead the company’s technology vision, engineering, product innovation, and platform development. Puopolo brings more than 30 years of technology leadership experience and joins from itel, where he served as Chief Technology Officer. He previously held CTO roles at CorEvitas and senior engineering leadership positions at Eliza Corporation, with expertise spanning healthcare technology, cloud transformation, enterprise platforms, artificial intelligence, and analytics.

Stephen Rose – Chief Technology Officer at Envision

Stephen Rose has been named Chief Technology Officer at Envision Technology Advisors, where he will lead the company’s technology strategy with a focus on AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies. Rose joins after a 15-year career at Microsoft, most recently serving as Senior Product Manager for Modern Work and Copilot readiness. He brings more than 35 years of technology experience and is recognized for his expertise in enterprise technology, technical readiness, and innovation.

Travis Nixon – Senior Vice President and Chief Data and AI Officer at Dollar General

Travis Nixon has been appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Data and AI Officer at Dollar General, a newly created role in which he will lead the retailer’s AI strategy, data engineering, analytics, and delivery operations. Nixon joined the company in 2025 as Senior Vice President of AI Optimization after holding senior AI and data leadership roles in the technology sector. He will continue driving AI initiatives to improve merchandising, supply chain, and store operations.

Doug Means – Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Casey’s General Stores

Doug Means has been named Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Casey’s General Stores, after previously serving as Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Efficiency. In his new role, Means will lead the convenience retailer’s technology strategy as part of a broader executive realignment designed to strengthen strategic execution, enhance organizational resilience, and support the company’s long-term growth plans.

Jason Appel – Chief Information Officer at Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP

Jason Appel has joined Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP as Chief Information Officer, where he will oversee the firm’s technology strategy, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and technology operations. Appel brings more than 20 years of enterprise technology and cybersecurity leadership experience, joining from the Center for Disability Services, where he served as Director of Technology, Infrastructure and Interim Co-Chief Information Officer.

Dan Kieny – Chief Digital Information Officer at SWCA Environmental Consultants

Dan Kieny has joined SWCA Environmental Consultants as Chief Digital Information Officer, where he will lead the company’s technology strategy and enterprise systems. Kieny brings extensive experience in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry, with a track record of leading enterprise platforms and business-focused technology initiatives. In his new role, he will focus on advancing digital solutions, optimizing enterprise systems, and supporting business performance through practical, people-centered technology.

Neal Nachtigall – Chief Information Officer and Commissioner of the South Dakota Bureau of Information and Technology

Neal Nachtigall has been appointed Chief Information Officer and Commissioner of the South Dakota Bureau of Information and Technology (BIT), succeeding Mark Wixon following his retirement. Promoted from his previous role as BIT’s director of agency and application support, Nachtigall will oversee the state’s technology strategy, digital services, and IT operations. Before joining BIT, he held leadership positions in the private sector, serving as Vice President of Engineering at SONIFI Solutions, Director of Innovation and Research and Director of Digital Marketing at Sanford Health, and in various roles at GE Healthcare.

Tony Arous – Chief Information Security Officer at Toast

Tony Arous has joined Toast as Chief Information Security Officer. Bringing more than 20 years of cybersecurity leadership experience, Arous will lead the company’s security strategy as it expands across international markets, enterprise, and retail. In his new role, he will focus on strengthening Toast’s security posture to support the continued growth of its global technology and payments platform while protecting customers and enabling the business.

Yvette Cintron – Chief Information Officer at Floridacentral Credit Union

Yvette Cintron has been appointed Chief Information Officer at Floridacentral Credit Union, where she will lead the organization’s technology strategy, overseeing cybersecurity, infrastructure, core systems, and enterprise technology to support long-term growth and digital transformation. Cintron brings more than 30 years of IT leadership experience in the financial services sector, joining from McCoy Federal Credit Union, where she served as Assistant Vice President of Information Technology and led strategic initiatives focused on infrastructure reliability, business continuity, scalability, and service enhancements across 15 branches. Throughout her career, she has driven technology modernization to improve member experiences, strengthen operational resilience, and enhance core system environments.

Florin Arghirescu – Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Synchrony

Florin Arghirescu has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Synchrony, taking responsibility for the company’s enterprise technology strategy and execution. Reporting to President and CEO Brian Doubles, Arghirescu will lead the Technology organization, overseeing AI initiatives, engineering, and platform capabilities. He brings more than 25 years of experience in technology and product development leadership and will play a key role in advancing Synchrony’s AI strategy and accelerating innovation across the enterprise.

Jacob Moncur – Chief Technology Officer at Crumbl

Crumbl has promoted Jacob Moncur to Chief Technology Officer, recognizing a technology leader who has helped build the company’s digital platform during a period of rapid growth. He succeeds Bryce Redd, who will remain with the company as a strategic advisor during the transition. Moncur joined Crumbl in 2020 as Vice President of Engineering and has led the technology team through the company’s expansion. In his new role, Moncur will lead Crumbl’s technology organization, building on six years with the company and his experience developing its customer-facing digital platforms.

Ram Krishnan – Chief Information Officer at Lobel Financial

Ram Krishnan has been appointed Chief Information Officer at Lobel Financial, where he will lead the company’s technology strategy, digital transformation initiatives, cybersecurity, information systems, and IT operations. He joins the consumer finance company with extensive experience as a business and technology executive. In his new role, he will focus on modernizing core platforms, strengthening cybersecurity and data governance, and advancing technology capabilities to support Lobel Financial’s continued growth while enhancing the experience for dealers, customers, and employees.

Jacob Berry – Chief Information Security Officer at Fable Security

Jacob Berry has been appointed Chief Information Security Officer at Fable Security, bringing 18 years of experience in cybersecurity, incident response, cyber operations, governance, compliance, and security leadership. In his new role, Berry will help guide the company’s security strategy while supporting customers in addressing human-centric cybersecurity risks. He joins Fable Security as the company continues to expand its secure behavior management platform for enterprise customers.

Roger Maeda – Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer at Arnold & Porter

Roger Maeda has been named as Arnold & Porter’s first Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, where he will lead the firm’s AI strategy and oversee the development and deployment of AI solutions to support legal services. Maeda was previously the firm’s Director of Enterprise Applications and Application Development, leading its enterprise application strategy and software development initiatives. In his new role, he will work with senior leaders across the firm to advance responsible AI adoption and technology-enabled client service.

Alex Callihan – Chief Technology Officer at KnowBe4

Alex Callihan has been appointed Chief Technology Officer at KnowBe4 after more than nine years with the company, most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Engineering. With over 15 years of software engineering and leadership experience, Callihan will lead product innovation and the company’s next generation of agentic AI research and development. In his new role, he will work closely with product, customer success, and marketing teams to accelerate the development of AI-driven cybersecurity solutions.

John Hunt – Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Marks & Spencer

John Hunt has been named Chief Digital and Technology Officer at Marks & Spencer, where he will lead the retailer’s Digital, Data and Technology function. Hunt joins from Woolworths Group in Australia, where he served as Chief Information Officer and most recently as Chief Information Officer and Managing Director of Group Enablement. With more than 30 years of retail technology leadership experience, he has also held senior technology roles at Woolworths South Africa, Gap, and the Western Cape Government.

Jonathan Aluveaux – Chief Information Officer at Legora

Jonathan Aluveaux has been appointed Chief Information Officer at Legora, where he will lead the company’s technology and security strategy as it advances trusted AI solutions for the legal industry. He joins from fintech company Ramp, where he served as Chief Information Security Officer, and previously held security leadership roles at CLEAR and Diligent. Aluveaux brings extensive experience in cybersecurity, risk management, and governance across high-growth technology companies.

Mark Mathewson – Chief Information and Data Officer at Ally Financial

Mark Mathewson has been appointed Chief Information and Data Officer at Ally Financial, effective July 20, where he will lead the company’s technology and data organization. Mathewson joins from Capital One, where he served as Divisional Chief Information Officer for its retail and commercial banking businesses. With more than 25 years of financial services technology experience, he has also held senior technology leadership roles at Fannie Mae and Deloitte, bringing deep expertise in digital transformation, data, and enterprise technology.

Michael Kingston – Chief Digital and Information Officer at Acentra Health

Michael Kingston has joined Acentra Health as Chief Digital and Information Officer, where he will lead the company’s newly established digital and information organization focused on digital transformation, AI, cybersecurity, and technology modernization. Kingston joins from The Carlyle Group, where he served as Managing Director and Chief Information Officer for the Americas. He previously held senior technology leadership roles at L’Oréal, Neiman Marcus, Coach, Ann Inc., and LVMH, bringing extensive experience in enterprise digital transformation and technology strategy.

Mo Jamous – Chief Digital and Information Officer at Texas Capital

Mo Jamous has been appointed Managing Director and Chief Digital and Information Officer at Texas Capital, where he will lead the firm’s technology strategy, including infrastructure, enterprise architecture, application development, data platforms, AI, and information security. Jamous joins from U.S. Bank, where he served as Chief Information Officer for Consumer, Business Banking and AI/ML Technologies. Previously, he was Head of Global Digital Technologies at BBVA, leading technology initiatives that supported the bank’s global digital transformation.

Elizabeth Clark – Vice Provost of IT and Chief Information Officer at the University of California, Irvine

Elizabeth Clark has been named Vice Provost of Information Technology and Chief Information Officer at the University of California, Irvine. Clark joins from Harvard Business School, where she served as Chief Information Officer and led the institution’s IT strategy, cloud modernization, AI adoption, and technology initiatives supporting research, teaching, and operations. With more than 25 years of higher education IT leadership experience, she previously spent a decade building Boston College’s academic technology division.

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