Leadership Masterclass: Where CIOs Go to Level Up

What can the Leadership Masterclass do for you?

The highly anticipated 4-part Leadership Masterclass returns to the CIO 100 Symposium & Awards! Due to popular demand, we’re providing a larger space this year to accommodate more attendees. Join us to learn actionable strategies and valuable leadership lessons directly from CIOs with over a decade of experience.

Session 1: Two Journeys to Leadership Excellence
Join us for an inspiring session where we explore two unique pathways that have led visionary CIOs into the prestigious CIO Hall of Fame. Hear firsthand accounts from industry leaders who have navigated different career trajectories—whether through groundbreaking innovation, transformative digital leadership, or strategic business alignment. Check out Wednesday’s agenda and learn more

Moderator: Dan Roberts, Host, Tech Whisperers Podcast & CEO, Ouellette & Associates

Jim Scholefield

Jim Scholefield,
Global Chief Information & Digital Officer, Marriott International

Curt Carver

Curtis Carver,
Vice President for Information Technology & CIO, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Putting Vision into Action: CIO Leadership in Focus

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What happens at the CIO 100 Symposium & Awards

Dedicated programming for teams

Content focused on issues critical to driving innovation in technology,  and enhancing team performance.

Real-world inside reports

Explore poster sessions and peer-led discussions that share honest success stories—and lessons learned—from the highest levels of enterprise IT.

Social interactions and network building

Like-minded IT executives gather in small group social interactions where CIOs, tech innovators, and executives build lasting relationships.

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