Michael Chahino, EdD

Dr. Michael Chahino serves as Chief Information Officer at Elgin Community College, where he provides strategic leadership for enterprise technology, cybersecurity, digital transformation, artificial intelligence governance, and institutional innovation. With more than three decades of experience in higher education and technology leadership, he collaborates with executive teams to leverage emerging technologies that advance student success, operational excellence, and organizational resilience. Early in his career, Dr. Chahino served as a Research Economist with the U.S. Department of State, an experience that provided him with a global perspective on economics, public policy, and cross-cultural leadership that continues to influence his approach to strategy and innovation.

A recognized advocate for responsible AI adoption, Dr. Chahino has led transformative initiatives in AI governance, cybersecurity modernization, cloud computing, enterprise systems, and data-informed decision-making. His leadership focuses on helping organizations balance innovation with security, risk management, and stakeholder trust in an increasingly complex digital landscape. In addition to his executive leadership role, he is an educator, speaker, and thought leader who frequently shares insights on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital transformation, institutional transformation, and technology strategy. Dr. Chahino is passionate about helping organizations navigate the opportunities and challenges of emerging technologies while building secure, innovative, and future-ready institutions.