We’re Expanding Our Team of Experts
Strategic IT Leadership Experts is always looking for strong IT leaders with sound business acumen and solid strategic thinking capabilities at an experience level from the director to CIO.
If you have experience advising organizations on technology strategies and solutions, conducting technology assessments, collaborating with teams to achieve their goals, and providing expertise and leadership during IT project planning and execution, we look forward to receiving your application.
Some of the specialty projects we need team members include: interim CIO and other leadership roles, IT assessments, strategic planning, organizational planning, and project planning and oversight.
Our Team
Mary Simmons
Mary Simmons is an experienced Global SVP of IT & CISO driving digital transformation and cybersecurity excellence at scale. Passionate about leveraging technology to empower businesses while safeguarding against emerging threats. Proven track record in leading diverse teams to deliver innovative IT solutions that enhance operational efficiency, security, and resilience. Skilled in aligning IT strategies with business objectives to drive growth and competitive advantage in dynamic global markets.
Dawn McCauley Ford
Dawn McCauley Ford has over 30 years of technology leadership experience with demonstrated success in leading cross-functional teams, establishing solid governance structures and driving strategic initiatives to achieve maximum benefits. Along with her many speaking engagements, Dawn has been a presenter at one of the largest global IT conferences, Oracle OpenWorld. Dawn was also featured in PM Network magazine for the successful completion of the STAR Project, a state-wide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) implementation, which was the largest-scale and most successful initiative of its kind according to Accenture and Gartner.
John Ford
John Ford is an accomplished IT executive with over 25 years of experience leading technology initiatives for higher education institutions. Known for his strategic vision and operational expertise, John has consistently driven digital transformation and innovation across various academic technology environments. John has served in a variety of senior leadership roles ranging from Associate Chief Technology Officer to Interim Chief Information Officer. John has successfully implemented cutting-edge solutions that have streamlined operations, enhanced customer experiences, and improved overall efficiency. Throughout the various IT leadership roles, John has spearheaded large-scale IT projects, managed cross-functional teams, and delivered measurable business outcomes. His deep understanding of emerging technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and cybersecurity has been instrumental in keeping organizations ahead in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.
