William Rhodes

William Rhodes is a highly accomplished and widely respected IT leader, renowned for his exceptional knowledge base and an illustrious track record of successfully steering teams, optimizing technological processes, and catalyzing growth, efficiency, security, and scalability within the digital domain. With over three decades of hands-on experience in the business technology sector, William stands as a true luminary in the field.

Prior to his tenure with SIS Holdings Group, William held the pivotal position of Director of Technology for the largest utility cooperative in North America. His stellar career has also encompassed collaborations with esteemed corporations such as COACH, Ralph Lauren, Air Liquide, C&J Energy Services, and PLH Group. In every role, William’s extraordinary ability to enhance mission-critical facets of technology has earned him recognition as a bridge and translator between technology and business, enhancing the synergy between the two.

William’s expertise extends to the realm of digital transformation and federal compliance standards, including NERC CIP, CMMC, SoX, and HIPAA, where he has consistently provided invaluable strategic advisory services. His accomplishments further extend to leading seven M&A technology integrations and crafting robust corporate IT structures, particularly during periods of intense acquisition activity.

As a distinguished member of the CIO Executive Council, overseen by CIO Magazine, William has remained at the forefront of industry trends, sharing his insights and shaping the future of IT. His unwavering dedication and prowess in the field earned him a nomination for the prestigious Computerworld Top 100 IT Leaders Award, a testament to his impact in the IT sector. William’s commitment to knowledge sharing and thought leadership is evident through his contributions to renowned publications such as BizTech and Computerworld. His stature in the industry was further cemented by his participation as a featured presenter at the Annual NERC Conference and the HP Customer Event Presentation, as well as his interviews for the enlightening “Walk the Tech Talk” podcast. His dedication to technological innovation, digital transformation, and compliance standards makes him an invaluable asset in the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of IT leadership.

Technology and Business Leadership
Professional Services – M&A – Digital Transformation
CIO / IT Director

HCU
Program Advisor for Strategic AI

BOARD EXPERIENCE

CIO Executive Council
The Society for Information Management (SIM)
Co-VP Marketing, Houston Chapter

SIM Houston
VP of Technology