Mark Dronzek is a CIO, Strategist, Thought Leader, Data Advocate and Talent Amplifier. He is an Interim CIO for multiple sectors and midsize-to-large clients: works with executives on strategy, leadership, digital transformation, operational scalability, roadmap and mentoring. He is also a Board Member and Conference Speaker and Moderator.

Dr. Ken Russell is an award-winning technologist, trusted digital transformation leader, and innovation amplifier. He is an author, speaker, and board member known for helping organizations define and pursue their digital transformation journeys with guiding experience, connections, conversations, and collaborations.

Senior Roles have included:

• Chief Information & Innovation Officer, New College Institute
• Chief Information Officer, Murdock Research Institute
• Executive roles at Cisco, Bank of America, Duke Energy
• Private Equity Advisor/Practitioner

Richard Otteson is the Chief Technology Officer for United Bank.  Historically, he supported convergence of the Cyber Security organizations when SunTrust and BB&T became Truist. Prior roles included SVP and VP roles with AIG/United Guaranty, First Citizens and Branch Banking and Trust.

Jon Meyer is the Chief Technology Officer for CAPTRUST, an independent registered investment advisor firm headquartered in Raleigh, NC. Jon leads the firm’s Information Technology group, which includes teams dedicated to application development, server and workstation infrastructure, network, and information security. He ensures effective and secure technology operations, manages the development and support of proprietary applications, and implements strategies that position the firm for sustained and scalable growth. Jon led CAPTRUST’s transition to a “cloud-forward” architecture leveraging the public cloud to modernize proprietary solutions using serverless constructs. Jon is a hands-on technology leader focused on digital transformation in the financial services industry. He leads the development of innovative solutions in mission critical environments by leveraging leading technologies and developing high performance teams. Jon has a proven ability to build and convey a common vision and gain alignment in complex organizations.

Prior to joining CAPTRUST, Jon managed the technology consulting practice for Greenway Solutions and led sizable Application Development departments for both First Citizens Bank and Blue Cross & Blue Shield of North Carolina. Jon began his career with Accenture where he was a senior manager focused on complex systems integration efforts for healthcare clients and SAP implementations for manufacturers.

Sherri Yerk-Zwickl is the Vice President for Information Technology and inaugural Chief Information Officer at Campbell University.  Ms. Yerk-Zwickl has advanced the goals and aspirations of students for over 35 years at various institutions including serving on the EDUCAUSE Board and other professional IT and community-based organizations. Currently, as a member of the university executive leadership team, she oversees information security, academic and enterprise technology, client support services, infrastructure and operations, and the strategic direction of an institution dedicated to helping prepare students for lives of purpose and meaning.

Yerk-Zwickl holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Cedar Crest College, and a Master of Science in Educational Technology from Lehigh University.

Frank is a seasoned Information Technology and Business Operations professional with more than 25 years of executive experience across for‑profit and not‑for‑profit organizations. He is known for building strong, trust‑based relationships at every level, enabling him to deeply understand organizational strategy, operational dynamics, and the opportunities and risks that shape business performance. Leveraging this insight, he collaborates effectively to oversee the design and implementation of the technology and business services that drive organizational goals.

Elizabeth Bacon, a technology transformation executive, held the position of Chief Information Officer for global companies. She stands at the forefront of driving strategic technology initiatives and digital transformation for global companies. With a business-minded approach, she crafts cohesive strategies blending I.T. with business operations to deliver significant value. Elizabeth’s visionary leadership influences C-Suite Executives, steering companies toward their overarching goals. She champions change, challenges the status quo, and fosters effective communication across cross-functional teams within complex environments to provide technology solutions. Elizabeth holds a BS in Electrical Engineering and an MBA in Global Business both degrees from Georgia Institute of Technology.