Professional Development – IT Board of Advisors
The Advisory Board has been established to guide the HU Professional Development team’s vision of empowering the “Workforce of the Future.”
In addition to HU’s Government Technology Institute (GTI) Sponsors who will continue to serve as expert advisors for public sector programs – this new advisory board will collaborate with HU to provide their keen insight and business experience, assisting us to meet the professional development demands of the corporate community.
The IT Advisory Board’s key functions include:
Board Members
BRIAN RUSIGNUOLO
Brian provides technology vision and leadership in the development and implementation of company-wide initiatives that support and further improve Select Medical’s exceptional patient and employee experience. He works closely with leadership to optimize the use of information technology to achieve strategic goals.
BRENDAN WESDOCK
Brendan is a proven business leader with a track record of driving strategy, product, and operational initiatives to success at GeoDecisions. For the last 25 years he’s led innovative and progressive geospatial software development in the Defense, Logistics, Telecommunications and Commercial Software Development industries.
BRIAN A. ZIRBEL
Brian develops and maintains logistics and financial information systems for the Department of Defense (DoD) and is the Navy’s premier business IT provider. Brian is the senior civilian in the diverse workforce of more than 850 military, civilian, and contractor personnel.
CLETIS EARLE
Cletis provides vision and leadership for developing and implementing information technology (IT) initiatives across Penn State Health and Penn State College of Medicine.
DEE BONORA
Dee provides the leadership and vision to champion a growing, client-centric, technology-focused organization in her current executive role for LINKBANK.
Greg Klopp
Greg is responsible for leading all the information technology (IT) services for the organization’s convention center, spa and resort properties, amusement park, concert venues, restaurants, and professional sports team.
John Paul Livingston
John Paul oversees Mid Penn Bank’s Information Technology and Information Security Programs. He is responsible for the strategic direction and leadership in IT that support the company’s growth.
LINDSAY OPAROWSKI
Lindsay Oparowski is the Assistant Vice President of Digital Member Experience at PSECU, Pennsylvania’s largest credit union, is a seasoned professional with over 19 years of experience. As a key member of the Senior Leadership team, she plays a pivotal role in executing the strategic vision of the digital-first, $8 billion credit union.
MARK ELY
Mark is responsible for creating an impeccable digital journey that engages the organization’s members with a convenient, valuable, and satisfying experience. He drives the internal culture needed to ensure maximum member adoption applying a digital transformation strategy that embraces both Martech and Fintech initiatives.
MARK KREBS
Mark is responsible for the implementation of Highmark Health’s enterprise technology strategy, as well as driving the growth among Highmark Health’s key technology products, platforms, and services. In this role, Mark oversees the evolution and execution of the technology transformational strategy.
Mike Everly
As part of the executive leadership team, Mike is responsible for the technology, cybersecurity and business integration for the leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of quality socks and legwear products.
Mike Watts
Mike provides the executive leadership and sets the strategic vision for the information technology (IT) department at Penn National Insurance. He is ultimately responsible for the highest visibility IT initiatives that empower the internal business and subsequently create a positive experience for the organization’s external customers.
SCOTT GAYDOS
Scott is responsible for the strategic direction of Optum’s Commercial IT Services portfolio and its ongoing management for profitability. Scott leads the product management function in the exploration, development, cultivation, and execution of new IT Services products driving digital value for our customers.
Suzanne Engels
Suzanne has over 25 years in the health care insurance industry. She has served as both an executive leader and a senior level individual contributor applying her extensive breadth of both public and private business acumen. Her professional technology background includes widespread involvement in all phases of IT Program and Project management.
TIMOTHY E. SCHOENER
Tim has served in the role of Chief Information Officer for UPMC Pinnacle since February 2020. Prior to that, Mr.Schoener was CIO for UPMC Susquehanna for the previous 9 years. Tim has worked in healthcare information technology for over 25 years.