Washington University in St. Louis proudly announces that Jessie Minton, Vice Chancellor for Technology and Chief Information Officer, has received a prestigious award from the HMG Strategy Global Leadership Institute during the organization’s recent Summit.
Established in 2012, this award is part of HMG Strategy’s recognition program, which honors elite leaders in business and global technology. Minton noted she feels her team is the reason behind her success, with WashU IT professionals delivering unparalleled value to the organization.
Recipients of the awards, including Minton, are acknowledged for their exceptional leadership and contributions that make a significant impact within their companies and the broader market. WashU continues to play a vital role in the local economy. In fiscal year 2024, the university’s direct and indirect contributions to the St. Louis economy totaled $9.3 billion.
Minton expressed gratitude for the honor, attributing the accomplishment to her dedicated team at WashU IT.
“This award is a testament to the hard work and commitment of the entire WashU IT team,” Minton said. “Our success is built on their unwavering dedication to providing excellent service and enabling the right technology solutions to meet the diverse needs of our university community, including students, faculty, staff, researchers, clinicians, and patients.”
As outlined in the ImpacT strategic plan, WashU IT strives to be the university’s trusted strategic technology partner, continuously dedicated to meeting the unique demands of its stakeholders. By facilitating cutting-edge technology and fostering a culture of excellence, WashU IT supports the university’s mission and vision, in line with the Here and Next strategy, further enhancing the institution’s reputation for innovation and leadership.
HMG Strategy’s awards recognize top-performing CIOs, Chief Information Security Officers, and other senior technology leaders. Awardees are lauded for their leadership in various areas, including leading into the C-suite, safeguarding the enterprise, building a culture of trust, creating new go-to-market business models, and modernizing enterprise architecture.
Minton’s recognition underscores her exemplary service and leadership in these areas, contributing significantly to WashU’s advancement and success.