Session

CIO UnBoxed
CIO Roundtable

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Starts: June 5, 2025 11:00 am
Ends: 12:00 pm
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CIO UnBoxed

Abstract:

In today’s fast-evolving digital landscape, the role of the Chief Information Officer (CIO) is undergoing a fundamental transformation. CIO Unboxed pulls back the curtain on the modern CIO’s expanding responsibilities—from driving enterprise innovation and enabling AI adoption to managing cybersecurity threats and aligning technology with business strategy. This panel brings together seasoned technology leaders to explore the evolving expectations of CIOs, the skills required to succeed in a hybrid IT-business leadership role, and the future of IT governance in a rapidly changing world. Join us for a candid, forward-thinking discussion that breaks traditional molds and redefines what it means to lead technology at the highest level.

Audience drives the agenda. Bring your Questions about AI, Cybersecurity, Transformation and even Career Development!

Host

Matthew Guruge

CRO, Pivotly

Matthew Guruge is a highly experience go-to-market entrepreneur. He co-founded and acted as the CEO for Awato, a career and educations pathway platform that was acquired by Xello Inc. He then grew his career in healthtech joining The Echo Group as its VP of Sales and Marketing helping to lead to its acquisition by Therapy Brands. After leading enterprise sales at Therapy Brands and all of go-to-market for Healee Inc, Guruge joined Dan O'Keefe as the co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Pivotly, a data and integration product and services company.

Speakers

Dan OKeefe

Founder Pivotly & Slick Digital & Former Chief Information Officer, JELD-WEN, Inc

Dan O'Keefe has over 30 years of experience in leveraging disruptive technologies to drive business growth and innovation. He has a deep understanding of how a mix of off-the-shelf-software, integration, and custom development can transform organizations. Dan has held executive leadership roles including CIO at several global companies across various functions, including manufacturing, healthcare, and finance. His expertise includes strategic IT alignment, large-scale program management, financial management, system architecture, data management, and IT service delivery. Dan's ability to translate technical solutions into tangible business value has been a key factor in his success. He has a proven track record in managing complex system and ERP implementations, application development, system integrations, and IT infrastructure projects. As a trusted advisor, Dan helps teams businesses the power of technology to achieve their strategic objectives and gain a competitive edge.

Andy Ivey

Chief Information Officer, Carollo Engineers

Andy Ivey serves as Chief Information Officer at Carollo Engineers, leading technology initiatives in the architecture, engineering, and construction industry. He oversees enterprise innovation, directing artificial intelligence integration, cybersecurity enhancements, and strategic technology alignment. Under his leadership, Carollo Engineers achieved ISO 27001 certification, and Ivey earned the MoxFive Executive of the Year and AITP Cybersecurity Strategist Award.

Ransom Max Horne

Chief Information Officer - Colonial Bank

Business focused technology leader with a track record of aligning IT to drive strategic goals and objectives. I am a passionate business problem solver and innovator with expertise in bridging organizational silos and engaging key stakeholders to deliver value. I have extensive expertise in high growth organizations, M&A, developing digital products and enterprise system implementation.

John Henthorne

Chief Information Officer, DeGolyer and MacNaughton

Results-driven technology executive with +20 years of proven experience in business and IT leadership roles, including Senior Vice President and CIO for a global oil & gas company. Senior level positions in Fortune 50 companies and mid-size organizations. Strategic thinker and innovator with proven track record of leading large IT organizations along with repeated success in driving acquisitions, mergers, and spin offs. Accomplished team builder—developing and leading high-performance organizations, while driving continuous improvement and change.