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Top-Ten “Gotchas” for the New CIO

Session Details

Wednesday, October 29, 2008
2:15 p.m. - 3:05 p.m.
Room W224CD

Session Type: Leadership and Management
Content Level: Introductory
Intended Audience: Campus executives, Chief information/technology officers, IT directors and managers

Speaker(s)

  • Anne Scrivener Agee, Vice-Provost for Information Technology and Chief Information Officer, University of Massachusetts Boston
  • Pattie Orr, VP for IT/Dean of University Libraries, Baylor University
  • Robert Renaud, Vice President & CIO, Dickinson College
  • Joanne A. Schneider, University Librarian, Professor in the Libraries, Colgate University
  • Dennis A. Trinkle, Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Harrison College
  • Session convener: Michel Nguessan, Head, Technology & Digital Resources, Governors State University

Abstract

Moving to the CIO role presents exciting opportunities and serious challenges. This session will focus on what the new CIO does not know about the institution and the surprises or “gotchas” that upset the best-laid plans for a smooth transition. Ten classic gotchas will be discussed, along with strategies for anticipating and addressing them. In addition to new or aspiring CIOs, this session will benefit librarians, department heads, and directors transitioning to new positions.

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