Andy Ivey Andy Ivey serves as CIO at Carollo Engineers, where he leads a team of 47 IT professionals supporting a company of 1500 employees. With over 20 years of experience in IT, Andy brings a pragmatic and business-focused approach to technology leadership. His emphasis on providing exceptional user support, streamlining processes, and aligning IT…

Steven Singer Steven Singer serves as the CIO at Julius Silvert, Inc and is an adjunct professor of computer science at Rowan University. With a background in IT infrastructure and security, Steven brings a unique perspective to technology leadership. He is passionate about bridging the gap between academic knowledge and real-world applications in IT. Outside…

Drew Griffin As the National Director of IT at National Parcel Logistics, Drew Griffin has overseen the company’s growth from a single warehouse to a national distribution platform. With a background in logistics and technology, Drew brings a unique perspective to IT leadership, emphasizing the importance of business alignment, continuous learning, and collaborative problem-solving. His…

Doug Van Beek With a background spanning archaeology and technology, Doug Van Beek now serves as IT Director for AFSCME Council 5 in Minnesota. His diverse experiences inform a unique perspective on work-life balance, unions in tech, and the impact of emerging technologies. Outside of work, Doug teaches pottery classes and previously participated in medieval…

Tom Shock Tom Shock is a seasoned IT professional with over 15 years of experience modernizing technology environments in mid-market organizations. Currently serving as the Director of IT at Shepherd Electric Supply, Tom is known for his hands-on approach, instilling  a customer service-oriented IT culture. His leadership style focuses on cultivating engagement and passion within…

Pete Self A former Air Force air traffic controller turned IT security expert, Pete Self brings a unique perspective to his role as VP of Information Technology Security at Nordam Group. With experience across eight companies over 25 years, Pete has developed a robust “toolbox” of skills. He emphasizes the importance of understanding business needs…

Adam Noyes Adam is a seasoned IT professional with a career that began in 1997 during his eighth-grade year, when he first discovered his passion for technology in a web design class. His early aptitude for IT led to a role as a teaching assistant, marking the start of his journey in the field. Over…

Brian Gillette A seasoned sales expert and entrepreneur, Brian Gillette is on a mission to transform sales culture through empathy and vulnerability. As the creator of the “Feel Good Close” methodology, he teaches sales professionals and business leaders how to ethically influence others by genuinely caring about their goals and challenges. Brian draws on his…

Paul Falbe With over three decades of experience at Cassens Transport, Paul Falbe has guided the IT department through major technological shifts. His background in economics and mathematics provided a strong foundation for his transition into programming and IT leadership. Paul continues to stay hands-on with coding while directing IT strategy for the company’s nationwide…

Brandon Hansen A passionate advocate for personal growth and leadership development, Brandon Hansen serves as the Director Of IT at Whitaker Construction. His transformative experience with Rapport Leadership training has shaped his approach to both family life and professional leadership. Brandon’s enthusiasm for helping others reach their full potential shines through as he shares practical wisdom…