Women CIO Perspectives on the Ascension to Leadership
Women CIO Perspectives on the Ascension to Leadership
Friday, November 03, 2017 | 9:10AM–10:00AM ET | Meeting Room 112A/B, 100 Level
Session Type:
Breakout Session
Delivery Format:
Interactive Presentation
A recent research study of 15 higher education women CIOs revealed common themes and differences of opinions related to gender biases encountered during their rise to the CIO. This session will examine the key findings of the research and engage a panel of current women CIOs on their views and experiences with gender bias, how best to handle it, and how best to prepare the next generation of women IT leaders.
Outcomes: Gain awareness of success factors for women aspiring to leadership roles * Learn how to transform cross-campus partnerships on your campus * Be able to apply lessons learned to your work
Presenters
Steve Burrell
Vice President of IT & CIO, Northern Arizona University
Kathy Kral
Sharon Pitt
Vice President of Information Technology and CIO, Virginia Tech
Celeste Schwartz
Accreditation Liaison Officer, Montgomery County Community College
Melissa Woo
Retired Executive Vice President for Administration & CIO, Michigan State University
Sue Workman
Interim VP for Information Services and Technology, Boston University