“ Make-A- Wish is going through the largest business transformation in its history — and for me , that ' s my sweet spot ”
TERESA DURAN CIO , MAKE-A-WISH AMERICA
For Make-A-Wish America ’ s well-versed Chief Information Officer ( CIO ), Teresa Duran , this process is nothing new , and rather than filling her with trepidation , the challenge instead invigorates her . “ This is my third time leading a complex technology department . And when an opening arrived at Make-A-Wish , I was extremely excited to join ,” Duran smiles , her genuine enthusiasm palpable . “ Number one , the inspiring Make-A-Wish mission itself . Number two , because Make-A- Wish is going through the largest business transformation in its history — and for me , that ' s my sweet spot . I am very passionate about technology and how it will enable any company to reach new heights .”
Today , we see the beginnings of this flourishing , symbiotic partnership : Teresa Duran ’ s experience , skill , and strategic prowess being utilised by one of the foremost charitable organisations in the world , while Make-A-Wish America is , in turn , providing a meaty challenge worthy of Duran ’ s talent .
TERESA DURAN TITLE : CIO COMPANY : MAKE-A-WISH AMERICA INDUSTRY : NONPROFIT , CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION LOCATION : SEATTLE , WASHINGTON , UNITED STATES
Teresa Duran is a 3x CIO , recognised for advising and leading companies through transformational change and modernisation efforts across corporate and nonprofit sectors . At Make-A-Wish , she is responsible for all technology services , including emerging technologies , business applications , product innovation , infrastructure engineering , communication services , product development , data warehousing , security , and risk management .
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