5 years ago today I pulled out of this little garage in Springfield IL and began a 2-day run to Monterey CA, to take on the role of MST's 1st CIO.
This was coming off my work as the CIO of the Illinois State Board of Elections (and a much needed sabbatical after).
It was also the only tech leader role that I did not land through an intro or recruiting effort (i.e. I cold-applied). At the time I was more than a little surprised that I got an offer.
Fortunately it has been a great gig so far.
