Jacques Greenwood, MS

A visionary Global Technology Executive with a proven record of delivering transformational business outcomes, Jacques excels at aligning technology with strategic business objectives to drive financial growth, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. With extensive experience across manufacturing, retail, ecommerce, consumer goods, food, ingredients, commodities, and agriculture sectors, he brings a unique ability to translate complex IT strategies into measurable value for organizations navigating change and growth. As Chief Information Officer at Cargill’s Salt Business Group, Jacques manages a multi-million-dollar technology budget and leads global teams in multiple countries. His leadership has been instrumental in significant improvements in business earnings by designing and executing comprehensive IT roadmaps that modernized customer, supply chain, and manufacturing systems. He spearheaded innovative initiatives utilizing automation, AI, machine learning, and advanced data analytics to optimize operations, enhance customer experiences, and reduce costs, positioning the organization as a market leader. Jacques is highly skilled in enterprise technology strategy, system and process optimization, complex solution implementation, digital transformation, and large-scale M&A integrations and divestitures. He deeply understands cybersecurity, disaster recovery, continuity planning, and emerging technologies, enabling organizations to remain resilient and competitive in dynamic markets. His ability to align IT investments with business objectives has consistently delivered strong ROI and long-term enterprise value. Colleagues across business and IT sectors value his track record of delivering scalable technology solutions that address industry challenges, improve supply chain resilience, and enhance customer-centricity. Jacques has the ability to navigate complex global markets and drive enterprise transformation resulting in business growth, innovation, and strategic alignment. Known for building high-performing, inclusive teams, he is committed to developing next-generation talent through mentoring, coaching, and apprenticeship programs. His leadership philosophy fosters collaboration, authenticity, and innovation, creating cultures that support enterprise-wide engagement and effective change management during periods of transformation. He is a trusted partner to C-suite executives and board members, delivering insights and strategies that secure competitive advantages in rapidly evolving markets and industries.