Our Summit Council consists of SIM Women Champions and advocates from around the country as well as top Fortune 500 executives (CEOs, CIOs, CXOs, VPs). Our Summit Council is key to successfully addressing the needs of our conference attendees by shaping the topics we’ll be discussing during our Leadership Summit.
Judy Balaban
Technology Leader
SIM Women
Judy Balaban is a distinguished global leader with extensive expertise in Information Technology, Project Management Office (PMO), and nonprofit sectors.
Her adeptness at building multi-level relationships and fostering strategic partnerships is complemented by a strong tactical understanding of processes and methodologies.
Julia Anderson
CTIO
Campbell's
Julia Anderson is a distinguished technology leader and board member recognized for her exceptional ability to drive revenue and sustainability initiatives for renowned global brands, including Smithfield, Pepsi, Heinz, and Kraft.
Her strategic vision and innovative approaches have not only transformed large-scale organizations but have also garnered numerous accolades.
Judy Arteche-Carr
CEO, Managing Director
Arteche Global Group
Judy Arteche-Carr is a distinguished strategic leader with over two decades of comprehensive experience in management, strategic planning, and business development across diverse industries, including financial services, technology, and education.
Her exceptional ability to lead global, cross-disciplinary teams and execute transformative strategies has positioned her as a trusted advisor to numerous CXO teams and boards.
Rebecca Gasser
Partner & Global CIO
FGS Global
Rebecca Gasser is a distinguished global CIO renowned for her transformative leadership in leveraging enabling technologies to enhance organizational culture and employee experience, ultimately optimizing business outcomes.
With over 25 years in various sectors, including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and management consulting, Gasser has consistently demonstrated her ability to drive digital transformation.
DaVon Dorn
First Vice President - IT Governance Risk & Controls
Valley Bank
DaVon Dorn is a distinguished technology leader and CMMC Certified Assessor whose dedication to enhancing organizational cybersecurity has established her as a trusted advisor in the field.
As the founder of Red Willow Consulting Group, LLC, she expertly navigates the intricacies of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST 800-53 and CMMC, guiding entities, particularly within the defense industry, towards regulatory compliance and robust cyber resilience.
Karen Harmon
CIO
TForce Freight
Karen Harmon is an accomplished executive leader adept in IT transformation, digital innovation, and solution delivery, acclaimed for her ability to drive tangible business growth through strategic IT investments.
She possesses a unique blend of business acumen and technical expertise, enabling her to craft and execute omni-channel strategies that effectively integrate complex information into actionable plans.
Anjana Harve
CIO
BJs Wholesale Club
Anjana Harve is a distinguished Global Chief Digital and Information Officer with over 25 years of extensive experience in leading digital transformation initiatives across Fortune 500 companies.
Her expertise spans highly regulated sectors such as pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and retail, where she has successfully driven business model innovations, process enhancements, and superior customer and employee experiences.
Joan Holman
CIO
Barnes & Thornburg
Joan Holman is a distinguished technology leader whose career is marked by exceptional strategic leadership and a commitment to technological advancement.
With a strong focus on revenue generation and operational efficiency, she has earned a reputation for innovative problem-solving and effective collaboration across all organizational levels.
Fern Johnson
VP, Sector CTO & Delivery
PepsiCo
Fern Johnson is an accomplished IT executive leader recognized for her substantial contributions to global transformation and IT strategy within the consumer packaged goods sector.
With a distinguished career at PepsiCo spanning over three decades, she has effectively directed technology operations and end-user services, demonstrating a unique ability to integrate technical expertise with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style.
Daphne Jones
2x Corporate Board Member & Author
The Board Curators
Daphne E. Jones exemplifies the transformative power of resilience and ambition, having turned early societal constraints into a narrative of success and empowerment.
As a celebrated author, keynote speaker, and former Chief Information Officer, she has navigated a remarkable career across esteemed organizations like IBM and General Electric, where she has held pivotal leadership roles that span systems engineering, digital innovation, and corporate governance.
Sue Kozik
Retired Healthcare Executive and IT Executive Coach
Sue Kozik, a distinguished Executive Leadership Coach and retired Healthcare Technology Executive, epitomizes a synthesis of business acumen and technical expertise that has consistently driven transformational change within organizations.
Renowned for her strategic problem-solving capabilities and strong leadership, she excels in enhancing operational efficiency, fostering collaborative alliances, and developing high-performing teams.
Kelly Lyman
CIO, PECO & VP IT Real Time Strategy
Exelon Utilities
Kelly Lyman exemplifies a transformative leadership approach as the Chief Information Officer at PECO, where her innovative mindset and commitment to digital transformation challenge conventional practices within the IT domain.
Known for her outcome-oriented focus, Kelly effectively drives impact through a collaborative and diverse high-performing team, demonstrating a leadership style characterized by empathy, adaptability, and composure.
Mel Reyes
Global CIO & CISO
Elite Technical Concierge
Mel Reyes is a dynamic and accomplished professional whose multifaceted career in information technology, cybersecurity, and leadership development.
Proven track record as a thought leader, successfully guiding organizations through significant transformations and enabling teams to build resilience. His commitment to community service is reflected in his active involvement with nonprofit organizations, helping these entities thrive through his advisory roles and mentorship.
Karen Stine
Chief Data Officer
WillisTowersWatson
Karen Stine is a distinguished Chief Data Officer with an exceptional blend of technical expertise and business acumen, driving advancements in data management, governance, and science across various industries, particularly in Financial Services and Insurance.
Her innovative approach to data utilization not only enhances operational excellence but also catalyzes revenue growth and market expansion.
Raquel Tamez
Chief Inclusion & Engagement Officer
Charles River Associates
Raquel Tamez is a highly accomplished executive whose career reflects a profound commitment to organizational transformation through innovation, inclusion, and strategic engagement.
As the Chief Inclusion & Engagement Officer at Charles River Associates (CRA), she skillfully integrates diverse initiatives that enhance corporate reputation and market influence, utilizing data-driven marketing strategies and global storytelling frameworks.
Leona Thomas
CEO
Enabling Investments, LLC.
Leona Thomas is a distinguished Business and Digital Transformation Executive, demonstrating over two decades of exemplary leadership and strategic management consulting expertise. As a NACD Certified Corporate Director and an accomplished board member, she possesses a unique ability to navigate complex organizational challenges and drive transformative change across a spectrum of industries, ranging from early-stage startups to global Fortune 500 companies.
Shanta Eaden
Founder and CEO
Leader’s Edge Consulting
Shanta, CEO and founder of Leader’s Edge Consulting, has over 20 years of experience in leading enterprise change.
She specializes in integrating people, processes, and technology, and is known for her strategic approach to workplace inclusion and project management. Shanta holds degrees in business administration and an MBA with concentrations in Management and Human Resources.
Angela Venuk
Chief Information Officer
DATASCAN
Angela Venuk joined Datascan as Chief Information Officer in April 2022.
Angela’s experience is the culmination of over 30 years in Information Technology in industries such as retail and telecommunications.
She is passionate about accelerating business growth through technology innovation while building high-functioning, diverse teams. Aspires to an influential coach, change agent, and connector throughout the technology industry.
RJ Juliano
CIO & CMO
Parkway Corporation
RJ Juliano creates environments where people want to work, and customers and partners enjoy doing business.
RJ joined Parkway Corporation in February 2016 and serves as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer, and Chief Marketing Officer. He is responsible for the innovative integration of industry-leading technology, strategy, partner relations, product development, customer experience, marketing, and operations company-wide.
Toni Harrison-Hogan
Vice President, Business Technology Solutions
BECU
Toni Harrison-Hogan is a distinguished leader in the fields of technology and business transformation, currently serving as Divisional CIO and CDO/CTO at Boeing Employees Credit Union.
With an MBA and expertise as a C-Suite Technology Advisor, Harrison-Hogan possesses a profound ability to anticipate market trends and harness technological innovation to propel business growth and enhance operational efficiency.
Tammy Klotz
CISO
Manufacturing Industry
Tammy Klotz is a vibrant and accomplished executive and best-selling author with over three decades of diverse experience in the manufacturing industry, specializing in cybersecurity and transformational leadership.
She offers keen expertise in navigating mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures within both publicly-traded and privately-held companies and is seasoned in security, risk, and compliance leadership.
Craig Cuyar
CIO
Omnicom Group
Craig is a global IT transformation leader with a consistent record of designing and fully executing strategies that cost effectively optimize enablement, innovation, and revenue growth.
He was recently inducted into the CIO Hall of Fame and has received additional honors and awards throughout his 27-year CIO career.
Lori Seuch
CIO
Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority
Lori joined MEFA in January 2004 as the Director of Loan Operations, and in 2010, she took on the responsibility of overseeing the Information Technology Department.
Before joining MEFA, she had worked in the financial aid industry for 15 years. Lori received her BA from the University of Vermont and her Masters in Higher Education Administration from Boston University.
Jennifer Frost
CEO and Founder
Frost Consult LLC
Jennifer Frost is a seasoned Financial Services Technology and Operations Executive with over 25 years of expertise in strategic initiatives that maximize the value of digital investments, driving revenue generation and cost efficiency.
As the CEO and Founder of Frost Consult LLC, she leads efforts to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience in financial services companies.
Sandrea Mack Behrens
Business Agility, Associate Director
Accenture
Sandie is an Associate Director who works with Accenture’s clients on Business Agility and Transformations engagements within the Solutions IQ practice. She has been with Accenture 14 years.
She began her career IT career in 1990 through a workforce development program which looked to employ more women and minorities in state government IT.
Aine Allen
DVP, Business & Technology Solutions
Abbott
Aine Allen is the Divisional Vice President, IT Strategy, Planning & International Operations for Abbott.
In this role, she leads key strategic initiatives, which include governance, portfolio management, and working across the IT leadership team to ensure full alignment across programs, initiatives, operating model, budgets, and timelines.
As part of this role, Aine is responsible for International IT (Affiliate IT).
Kristen Lamoreaux
President & CEO
Lamoreaux Search
Kristen Lamoreaux is a cultivator of talent that derives joy from helping others achieve their potential.
Her integrity, candor, and focus on moving things forward ensure you will always get the hard truth from her mentoring heart. A woman of energy and action, Kristen is a self-proclaimed “Inclusionist” who dedicates her efforts, both personally and professionally, toward helping people and organizations reap the benefits from a diverse leadership team.
Helen Norris
CIO
Chapman University
Helen Norris stands out as a distinguished leader in the domains of Information Technology, Data Analytics, and Cybersecurity, holding the esteemed position of Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Chapman University. With a notable career marked by over three decades of experience across various renowned organizations and institutions, she has successfully shaped IT strategies that enhance academic institutions' operational efficacy and security.
Kalpana Yendluri
Managing Director, Data Operations
BMO Financial
Proven leader in Enterprise Technology Platforms, Data Management and Governance, driving business transformation through data in large financial and commercial organizations. Expertise in building scalable, secure, high-performing, and cost-optimized data platforms and infrastructure.
Skilled in building top-performing global teams, influencing technology strategies execution and adoption, and driving organizational change management.
Helane Stein
CIO
Brixmor Property Group
Helane has served in her current role since July 2024, when she was named Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer.
She served as Senior Vice President, Chief Information Officer since joining Brixmor Property Group in July 2015.
Her team is responsible for defining and executing the technology vision and strategy, ensuring robust systems and agile and secure infrastructure to support and enhance business operations.
Linu Parappilly
CIO
Clackamas County
Linu is a highly accomplished IT senior executive with a unique blend of technological vision and business acumen, driving innovative strategies powered by cost-effective, high- performance IT infrastructures and applications.
With deep expertise in digital transformation, IT governance, change management, strategic planning, and innovation, she excels at aligning technology with business goals to deliver lasting impact.
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