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Daniel Jennings

CTO | Advisor | Transformational Leader & Technologist

Walgreens

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Experience21+ Years
LevelCXO

Executive Overview

I am a seasoned technology executive with a proven track record of driving transformative success across global industries. Leading a 1000+ person global organization, I have spearheaded initiatives that deliver innovative solutions for billions of active users, managing massive-scale services with precision and impact. My expertise in technology leadership, strategic planning, and change management empowers organizations to achieve measurable business outcomes and sustained growth. I specialize in transformation that integrates interconnected digital and physical experiences, exemplified by supporting 8500+ physical stores with seamless omnichannel ecosystems that enhance customer engagement. By leveraging AI, I empower workforces with intelligent tools and drive cutting-edge product innovation, positioning organizations to anticipate market demands and outpace competitors. My leadership is grounded in foundational excellence. I scale high-performance teams by fostering agile, collaborative ways of working that unlock creativity and efficiency. Through robust architecture and data-driven strategies, I build scalable, resilient systems that ensure long-term success. Passionate about empowering diverse teams, I cultivate inclusive environments that tackle complex challenges and drive innovation. With a track record of delivering multi-billion-dollar growth and industry-leading digital transformation, I am dedicated to shaping the future of technology. Let’s connect to explore how we can drive impactful change together.

Career Timeline

Professional employment history
  • WalgreensCurrent
    Mar 2023–Present· 3 yrs 6 mos
    • Chief Technology OfficerCurrent
      Dec 2023–Present
    • Vice President, Retail and Consumer Technology
      Dec 2023–2026
    • VP, Pharmacy Technology
      Mar 2023–Dec 2023
  • May 2022–Mar 2023· 10 mos
    • Engineering Leader, Messaging Platforms
      May 2022–Mar 2023
  • Jun 2021–Apr 2022· 10 mos
    • Director, DevOps & Cloud Engineering
      Jun 2021–Apr 2022
  • May 2015–Apr 2021· 5 yrs 11 mos
    • Senior Director, Engineering & Infrastructure Services
      Nov 2017–Apr 2021
    • Senior Manager, Software Engineering
      May 2015–Nov 2017
  • Jul 2011–Apr 2015· 3 yrs 9 mos
    • Senior Principal Software Engineer | Program Lead
      Jul 2011–Apr 2015
  • Jul 2006–Jul 2011· 5 yrs
    • Senior Engineer, Systems
      Jul 2006–Jul 2011
  • Jun 2005–May 2006· 11 mos
    • Research Assistant
      Jun 2005–May 2006

Education

Master of Science (M.S.)

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Bachelor of Science (B.S.)

Electrical and Computer Engineering and Computer Science

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

NY State Regents w/ Honors

Ballston Spa High School

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Chief Operating Officer

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Skills & Expertise

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Software DevelopmentChange ManagementInformation SecurityAgile MethodologiesSoftware CraftsmanshipRisk ManagementObject Oriented DesignSoftware Project ManagementAgile Project ManagementCMMIDoDLean Software DevelopmentJavaAJAXProcess ImprovementSoftware EngineeringSystem ArchitectureIT Strategy