Episode Summary:
In this episode of Soulful CXO, Dr. Rebecca Wynn welcomes Chris Caruso, retired VP and CIO of PPG and advisor at the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University.

They discuss:
• Chris’s career journey leading PPG’s IT organization for over 24 years
• National and international recognition for IT excellence
• Transitioning from executive leadership to mentoring and advising students
• Insights on future IT leadership and organizational strategy
• Lessons learned from decades of technology and business alignment

This episode provides guidance for IT leaders, executives, and professionals looking to grow their careers and transition into advisory roles.

Sponsor
Produced in partnership with Click Solutions Group — providing cybersecurity leadership, strategy, and technology solutions for modern enterprises.
Learn more: ClickSolutionsGroup.com

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Resources / References
• Christian Family Care Agency: https://cfcare.org/foster-care/
• The Children's Home of Pittsburgh & Lemieux Family Center: https://www.childrenshomepgh.org/

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