Cynthia (Cindy) Stoddard

I am a global CIO, Board member, and technology leader recognized among Forbes’ 50 Over 50, Top 10 CIOs in North America, and Top 10 Women in Technology. For more than three decades, I’ve led transformation at Fortune 500 enterprises—driving digital, AI, and cloud strategies that deliver innovation, scale, and measurable business value. Most recently, as SVP & CIO at Adobe, I guided global IT, cloud operations, and service management to enable always-on platforms, modernize enterprise architecture, accelerate AI adoption, and deliver personalized employee experiences. I built high-performance cultures rooted in curiosity, courage, and collaboration, earning multiple CIO 100 Awards for initiatives that improved efficiency, innovation, and customer outcomes. Previously, I served as CIO at NetApp, Safeway, and APL, leading technology transformations, M&A integrations, and operational turnarounds across industries including high tech, retail, logistics, and manufacturing. Boards and executives trust me to shape technology strategy, advise on emerging trends like GenAI, and foster innovation at scale. I am passionate about developing the next generation of leaders, advancing women in STEM, and helping organizations responsibly leverage technology for growth. Areas of Focus: - Digital & AI Transformation - Cloud Strategy & Infrastructure Optimization - Enterprise Data & Analytics - Scalable Operating Models - Governance and Board Engagement - M&A and Post Merger Integration - Employee Experience & Change Leadership - Technology-Enabled Business Innovation