The CIO In The Know Podcast

In this podcast episode, Howard Miller, CIO of UCLA Anderson, shares insights on the often isolating nature of the CIO role and highlights the critical importance of networking. He discusses his journey, the integration of AI in education, and how business schools foster innovation. Miller emphasizes that successful technology leadership is about aligning with business objectives and building strong relationships.

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In this podcast episode, Tim Crawford interviews Ellora Sengupta, CIO of EverCommerce, discussing the growing importance of AI councils in organizations. Ellora shares insights on transitioning AI from concept to implementation, her leadership evolution, and managing team dynamics. She emphasizes maintaining a work-life balance while transforming business through technology.

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This week I’m joined by Ellora Sengupta, the CIO of EverCommerce.
Today, many organizations are building an AI council to guide their AI efforts across the organization. Ellora discusses how her organization leverages both an AI council as well as sub-councils. She outlines her perspective on how to move AI from thought to action. Ellora also talks about how she has evolved as a leader and how your team is not your family. With the mounting requirements for the CIO, she shares how she keeps balanced as she runs a marathon…not a sprint.
Links:
Ellora LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellora/
EverCommerce: https://www.evercommerce.com
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In a recent podcast, Eduard de Vries Sands, CIO of EVERSANA, discusses the evolving role of CIOs towards becoming Chief Context Officers. He emphasizes the importance of a product operating model focused on business outcomes, reducing reliance on traditional IT management, and fostering a culture of innovation and learning within teams to drive value.

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This week I’m joined by Eduard de Vries Sands, the CIO at EVERSANA.
We discuss Eduard’s perspective on the changing CIO role and how it includes serving as the chief context officer. Eduard discusses how he leverages a product operating model mindset while focusing on business outcomes and value. He describes counterintuitive thinking around the CIO and the impact it can have. Finally, Eduard outlines how he creates time to spend in other areas while actively learning and growing.
Links:
Eduard de Vries Sands LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eduarddevries/
EVERSANA: https://www.eversana.com
EVERSANA X: https://x.com/EVERSANAcompany
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