Among other topics, Cynthia discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
Cynthia Stoddard’s Biography
Cynthia is a Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Netapp, a $6 billion computer storage and data management company. As CIO, Cynthia is in charge of the company’s overall infrastructure as well as providing a long term technology vision in support of the company’s goals and strategies.
Prior to joining Netapp, Cynthia was the group vice president of Information Technology at Safeway. She also held the CIO position for NOL group, a global transportation and shipping company.
Cynthia received her Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Western New England University, and her MBA from Marylhurst University.
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Among other topics, Bill discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
Bill Bradley’s Biography
Bill is the Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of CenturyLink, an $18 billion telecommunications company. Bill has been with CenturyLink for over thirty years, and ascended to his current position in 2010.
As Chief Information Officer, Bill is responsible for managing, maintaining, and developing information systems and solutions that support CenturyLink’s customers and employees. He has been with the company during major acquisitions, including Embarq, Qwest Communications, and Savvis – all major players in the telecom and cloud infrastructure industry.
Bill received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science from Louisiana Tech University
Among other topics, Michael discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
Michael Baresich’s Biography
Michael Baresich is the Chief Information Officer of Ally Financial, a $9 billion bank holding company, formerly known as GMAC (General Motors Acceptance Corporation). In that role, Michael is responsible for information technology and related services, including application development, operations, infrastructure, and information security.
Prior to joining Ally, Michael was the Chief Information Officer and EVP of CIT Group. He has also held senior-level IT roles at other major financial organizations, including Citigroup, Deutsche Bank, and Banker’s Trust.
Michael received his bachelor’s degree from Binghamton University, his master’s degree from the University of Florida, and his MBA from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School.
Among other topics, Ron discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
Ron Ross’ Biography
Ron Ross is a Fellow at the National Institute of Standards and Technology, a non-regulatory agency of the U.S. Department of Commerce. NIST’s mission is to promote U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness by advancing measurement science, standards, and technology in ways that enhance economic security and improve our quality of life.
Ron’s role at NIST is in the information technology laboratory, where he leads the Federal Information Security Management Act Implementation Project. He is also the principal architect of the NIST Risk Management Framework, and leads the joint taskforce between the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and the Committee on National Security Systems that developed the Unified Information Security Framework for the federal government.
Ron held previous roles at the Institute for Defense Analysis and as a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army.
Ron received his Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from West Point, his Master of Science degree in Computer Science from the Naval Postgraduate School, and his PhD in Computer Science from the Naval Postgraduate School.
Among other topics, Roger discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
Roger Gurnani’s Biography
Roger Gurnani is an Executive Vice President and Chief Information and Technology Architect at Verizon Communications, a $127 billion provider of 4G wireless, fiber-optic broadband, and Global Internet network services. In that role, he is responsible for developing and guiding the technology strategy and investments.
Roger had been with Verizon since its inception in 2000, holding multiple roles. Prior to his current role, Roger was the Chief Information Officer.
Roger received a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and a Master of Science degree in System Engineering from Auburn University.
Among other topics, Jack discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
Jack Clare’s Biography
Jack Clare is the Senior Vice President and Chief Information and Strategy Officer at Dunkin’ Brands, a franchisor of quick service restaurants (QSRs) serving hot and cold coffee and baked goods, as well as hard serve ice cream. In his role, Jack leads the company’s IT department and oversees the long-term strategic planning process for the company. He describes both sets of responsibilities in this interview.
Prior to joining Dunkin’ Brands in 2012, Jack was the Vice President of IT and CIO for Yum! Brands’ International Division. He has also held roles at Constellation Brands and Sapient Corporation, after starting his career in the United States Air Force as a system and flight test engineer.
Jack earned his Bachelor of Science in Aeronautical Engineering from the United States Air Force Academy, a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Dayton, and an MBA from the University of California, Davis.
Among other topics, Sophie discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
Sophie Vandebroek’s Biography
Sophie Vandebroek is the Chief Technology Officer of Xerox Corporation and the President of the Xerox Innovation Group. In those roles, Sophie is responsible for Xerox’s global research labs with the mission of creating high-impact innovations to drive profitable revenue growth.
In previous roles at Xerox, Sophie has also served as Chief Engineer, VP of the Xerox Engineering Center, technical advisor to Xerox’s Chief Operating Officer, and Director of the Xerox Research Center of Canada.
In addition to her work at Xerox, Sophie also holds board membership positions at IDEXX Laboratories, a diagnostic and information solutions provider for health and water quality, and Analogic, a medical imaging and aviation security organization. She is also a fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and serves on the advisory council of the dean of Engineering at MIT.
Sophie earned her master’s degree in electro-mechanical engineering from the University of Leuven in Belgium, and earned her Ph.D in electrical engineering from Cornell University.
Among other topics, Donagh discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
Donagh Herlihy’s Biography
Donagh Herlihy is the Executive Vice President of Digital and Chief Information Officer of Bloomin’ Brands, a $4.5 billion dollar casual dining restaurant company that includes Outback Steakhouse among others.
Donagh joined Bloomin’ Brands in September of last year from Avon Products, where he was CIO as well as the Senior Vice President of eCommerce. Prior to Avon, Donagh worked as CIO and Vice President of Supply Chain Strategy and Planning at the Wm Wrigley Jr. Company.
Donagh received his Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering and a Master’s degree from the Dublin Institute of Technology and Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland.
Among other topics, John discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
John Marcante’s Biography
John is the Chief Information Officer of the Vanguard Group, an investment management company based in Malvern, Pennsylvania that manages approximately $3 trillion in assets. As CIO, John oversees all aspects of Vanguard’s worldwide technology agenda to serve clients and manage investments.
John has been with Vanguard since 1993, and has held multiple roles, including Head of Global Technology Operations and Head of Institutional Systems in the IT division.
John earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business and computer science from Penn State University in 1986, and received an M.B.A from Saint Joseph’s University in 1993.
Among other topics, Timothy discusses the following issues with Metis Strategy:
Timothy Kasbe’s Biography
Timothy Kasbe is the Chief Operating Officer of Gloria Jeans, a Russian apparel manufacturer that operates more than 600 stores in Russia and the Ukraine, and is one of the fastest growing retailers in the world. As Chief Operating Officer, Timothy leads the supply chain, information technology, and strategy of the organization.
Prior to joining Gloria Jeans, Timothy held several CIO posts at other organizations including Intrexon, Sears Holdings Corporation, and Reliance Industries.
Timothy received his Bachelor of Technology degree from the Indian Institute of Engineering, his Bachelor of Theology degree from Moore Theological College in Australia, and his M.B.A from Duke University.
