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 This month marks the kick-off of an exciting new Information Technology Executive Mentoring Program, designed to foster the talents and career paths of Michigan's upcoming technology talent. ConnecTech, the state's premier network for technology professionals, has partnered with Midwest Technology Leaders to offer a program providing vital support and resources to IT professionals across various disciplines.
Mentors are:
- Phil Bertolini · Deputy County Executive and Chief Information Officer · Oakland County, Michigan
- Bill McFarlane · Vice President and Chief Information Officer NA · Siemens/Continental VDO
- Ruthanne Largent · Director, IS · MGM Grand
- Jim House · Director · GKN
- Paul Peabody · Vice President and Chief Information Officer · William Beaumont Hospital
- Bob Montgomery · Executive Director · Oakland Community College
- Joe Sawasky · Chief Information Officer and AVP · Wayne State University
Mentees meet quarterly with their mentors. Participants will connect quarterly to discuss their questions and concerns. Executive Coach Barry Demp, of Demp Coaching, will provide additional training to mentors and mentees to strengthen the relationships between the mentors and mentees, and also provide program consistency. Demp is a master certified coach and president of the Michigan chapter of the International Coach Federation.
Program Goals:
- Create a collaborative relationship between the mentor/mentee to facilitate coaching relationship
- Provide mentors/mentees with professional and personal growth opportunities
- Focus on, and improve, essential skill sets identified by mentee/mentor team
- Assist mentees with achieving goals and measure achievement
Phil Bertolini, CIO of Oakland County and Director of ConnecTech, says "Oakland County and ConnecTech are committed to developing and retaining IT talent; we are focused on increasing our economic diversity across the state of Michigan. Careers in technology are an essential component of this economic plan, and I gladly support initiatives such as this one which connects up and coming technology professionals with proven industry leaders."
The collaborative partnership between MTL and ConnecTech exemplifies the efforts of both organizations to support, develop and retain Michigan's IT talent. Visit ConnecTech's website to learn more.
Don't Miss the MTL 2008 Cocktail Awards Reception on June 4, 2008
Mark your calendar for June 4th from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM for a celebration of corporate and individual commitment to Michigan. The premier pre-event MTL 2008 Awards Cocktail Reception will honor those who have made a difference in our community. The cost for the public is $55 pre-registered and $65 at the door; a portion of the proceeds benefit the Michigan Council for Women Foundation (MCWTF) and the Society for Information Management (SIM) foundation.
Click Here to register now for the MTL 2008 Awards Cocktail Reception!
Midwest Collaboration Award Honors Collaboration between Business and Community for the Fourth Year
 Created in 2005, The Midwest Collaboration Award (MCA) identifies and honors strong partnerships between Midwest companies and local individuals or groups positively impacting the technology community. The MCA recognizes one partnership producing significant growth for the technology community. Partnerships between companies, organizations, or individuals and local governments, academic institutions (elementary to university), non-profit organizations, and businesses with a technology focus and measurable results are eligible to participate in the award. Wireless Washtenaw received the 2007 award. The deadline for application submission is April 25th, 2008.
Click Here to download the MCA Application
Nominations Sought For Corporate Commitment to Michigan (2CMICHIGAN) Award
 Do you know a corporate individual whose community involvement helps to promote a healthy, highly functioning Michigan? Midwest Technology Leaders 2008 seeks nominees for the Corporate Commitment to Michigan (2CMICHIGAN) award. This award honors an individual from the Michigan business community who actively participates in community relations, organizations and other philanthropic activities that enhance our community.
Categories include:
- Innovation: Those contributing imaginative, cutting-edge solutions and strategies that will help transform and empower our community
- Excellence: Persons contributing at the highest level of performance to create a positive impression for the State of Michigan
- Action: Individuals who display extraordinary effort to make an impact in the community
If you would like to nominate someone for this award, or for more information, please email: 2cmichigan@midwesttechnologyleaders.com.
The 2007 2CMICHIGAN recipients included: Cherri Musser, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer of GMAC Financial Services; Rodney O'Neal, Chief Executive Officer and President of Delphi Corporation; and Doug Rothwell, President of Detroit Renaissance.
Register Today for Midwest Technology Leaders 2008 Symposium
Join leading Information Technology Executives from the Great Lakes Region on for the 4th Annual Midwest Technology Leaders event on June 5th, 2008 at the MGM Grand in Detroit.
This event provides the opportunity to explore innovative solutions to solve IT challenges specific to our region; the event also focuses on future global IT trends.. You won't want to miss the opportunity to hear from distinguished global speakers, share best practices, address critical IT issues, and network with your peers. A detailed agenda will be available after March 31st.
Topics Include:
- Future Trends in IT
- Facing Global Challenges in a Weak Economy
- Identifying and Retaining Top IT Talent
- The CIO Facing Business Challenges in the Boardroom
- The Future of the CIO
- What it Takes to be a Leader in IT
- Top IT Spends for 2008/2009
Click Here to download your application form and register for Midwest Technology Leaders 2008!
For more information, please visit www.midwesttechnologyleaders.com or send an email to: info@midwesttechnologyleaders.com.
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