The Chicago Chapter of the
Society for Information Management (SIM)
Presents
The 2009 CIO Executive Leadership Roundtable
February 6, 2009

'Exploring the New CIO Paradigm'

Metropolitan Club, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Introduction to the Roundtable

CEOs are expecting much more from their CIOs. They expect their CIOs to be skilled business leaders with strong cross-functional skills, have global experience and possess exceptional interpersonal and soft skills. Add to this list, the ability to be forward-looking, to provide innovation through technology, to re-design business processes and be proactive in aligning business and IT.

Join a select group of CIOs and Search Executives at the Metropolitan Club on February 6th at 7:30 AM to discuss these changes.

This half-day program addresses topics such as:

• What CEOs Want From Their CIO and The IT Organization

• Technology Economics and the Current Economic Crisis: The “IT Bailout” of Business presented by world-class thought-leader Dr. Howard Rubin

• The Transformational CIO and How to Drive and Deliver Strategic Value

The program will incorporate keynote and breakout sessions including leading area CIOs and nationally recognized executive search executives. Lunch will be served with the program ending at approximately 1:00 PM.

 

Response has been excellent. Thank you for your interest in the roundtable.

To retrieve Dr. Rubin's presentation click here.

Venue Information

Oak Room at
The Metropolitan Club
in the Sears Tower
233 South Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL

Keynotes

Technology Economics and the Current Economic Crisis: The “IT Bailout” (of Business)

Dr. Howard Rubin, Rubin Worldwide, MIT CISR Research Associate and Professor Emeritus Hunter College of CUNY

This discussion will focus on Dr. Rubin's latest research in technology economics that indicate the typical executive-suite reflexive behaviors that tend to reduce IT spend in times of revenue stress actually inhibit business and economic recovery.

To retrieve Dr. Rubin's presentation click here.

Executive Search Panel: The Changing Role of the CIO

Richard Brennen, Information Officer Practice Leader, Spencer Stuart

David Brown, Independent Recruiter

Katie Graham, Partner, Heidrick and Struggles


Mark Polansky, Managing Director, North America Information Technology Officers, Korn/Ferry International

Eric J. Sigurdson, CIO Practice Leader, Russell Reynolds Associates

Listen, learn and interact with this world-class panel of search firm executives, who have invaluable insights into the changing role of the CIO. They will provide an in-depth perspective on the emerging qualities of CIO/IT leaders that CEOs/CXOs are looking for in today’s environment.

Information Technology at Boeing — Leveraging IT to Drive Productivity and Innovation

John M. Hinshaw, VP IT and CIO, The Boeing Company

In his remarks John Hinshaw, Boeing’s Chief Information Officer, will share information about The Boeing Company and how he uses six key priorities to lead the IT organization in enabling the world's leading aerospace company and the largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners and military aircraft combined. Additionally, Boeing designs and manufactures rotorcraft, electronic and defense systems, missiles, satellites, launch vehicles and advanced information and communication systems. As a major service provider to NASA, Boeing operates the Space Shuttle and International Space Station.

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Panel

CIO Panel: Financial Crisis – How to Manage Through It

H. William Haser, VP & CIO, Tenneco Inc.

Frank Modruson, CIO, Accenture

Pat Moroney, CIO, Intermarine, LLC

Joe Phillips, VP & CIO, Integrys Energy Group

Peter G. Logothetis, Sr. VP & CIO Information Systems, QBE the Americas

This highly interactive session of world-renowned CIOs will share their personal insights on how they are successfully managing IT during the financial crisis. Learn first hand the key areas you should be focusing on and thinking about in today’s economic environment.

HMG Master of Ceremonies:

Jerry Luftman, Associate Dean, Stevens Institute of Technology

 

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Once inside the Building:
Enter the Sears Tower at the Franklin Street Entrance. (The main entrance to the Club is located on the 67th Floor; however, the Club also has private rooms on the 66th floor) Take the elevators from the lobby to the 66th floor. The event will begin in the Oak Room on the 66th floor.

Registration is closed.

Response has been excellent. Thank you for your interest in the roundtable.

Why Attend?

The 2009 Executive CIO Roundtable is created for CIOs/ senior IT Leaders from organizations throughout the greater Chicago area. It also has strong appeal to leaders interested in better positioning their organizations and themselves for what's ahead in business and to achieve the greatest benefits through the use of information technology. The Roundtable is designed with a club-like setting. Attendees have the opportunity to get involved and interact with the panel discussions, ask questions and have ability to network with other CIOs.

• Learn What CEOs Really Want From Their CIOs
• Engage With Top Executives in an Intimate Session
• Hear from Leading CIOs and Thought Leaders
• Expand Your Network of CIO Peers
• Gain Key Insights to Help Your Career and Your Organization
• Leave With an Action Plan

Attendance is complimentary for CIOs, Direct Reports of CIOs, Senior Most IT Professional in an organization, C-Level executives (non-vendor) or equivalent. All registration requests will be reviewed and approved based on meeting specific criteria as an IT or C-level executive leader.

For more information about the Roundtable click here.

Summit Host -

The SIM Chicago Chapter is one of the largest chapters in the association with more than 200 members.  SIM Chicago provides a unique opportunity to interact with thought leaders throughout the technology field and to join peers in giving back to the industry and community. SIM Chicago serves the Northern Illinois area. Established in 1968, the Society for Information Management (SIM) is the premier network for IT leaders comprised of over 3,600 members including CIOs, CTOs, senior IT executives, prominent academicians, and foremost consultants. SIM is a community of thought leaders who share experiences, apply rich intellectual capital, and who explore future IT direction. Through its 31 regional chapters, SIM provides resources and programs inspired by IT leaders for IT leaders that enable CIOs to further develop their leadership capabilities and those of the emerging leaders in their organizations.

Event Management -

HMG Strategy, LLC is focused on delivering leadership, management and technology support to innovative CIO/Senior IT executives. We pride ourselves on providing our clients with CIO Leadership events, an Online Community and a variety of services. We work with the leading global CIO/Senior IT leaders and their organizations. Our CIO Leadership Series provide CIO/Senior IT leaders the opportunity to share knowledge, best practices and have access to world-class thought leadership from peers and industry leaders. Our community connects you with the leading business and technology professionals.