High Level Decision-Making
High Level Decision-Making
Develop strategic thinking skills to analyze complex challenges, evaluate risks, and make informed decisions that drive business success.
In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, effective technology strategy is more critical than ever. Our program is designed to equip mid-level managers and newly appointed VPs with the essential skills and insights needed to navigate and excel in their roles.
IT Executive’s Playbook is designed to provide practical, contemporary strategies and techniques to help navigate current issues facing technology leaders and executives. The course explores current topics using case studies, recent articles and research, and practical examples of IT leadership dilemmas that require critical thinking and decision-making tradeoffs. A graduate certificate will be attainable for those who complete all six courses of the program.
Leadership Skills
Tactical to Strategic Thinking
Balancing Innovation with Stability
Product vs Project Management
Executive Presence
Minimizing Risks
Partner Centered Relationships
High Level Decision-Making
High Level Decision-Making
Develop strategic thinking skills to analyze complex challenges, evaluate risks, and make informed decisions that drive business success.
Executive Presence
Executive Presence
Develop and maintain executive presence with their leadership team, peers, and external partners.
Minimizing Risks
Minimizing Risks
Best practices for minimizing risks associated with enterprise (ERP) initiatives.
Innovation
Innovation
Possess a distinction and appreciation for the balance between innovation, risk-taking, and consistent results.
Partner-Centered Relationships
Partner-Centered Relationships
Gain new tools for cultivating strong, partner-centered relationships with key suppliers.
Learning will be achieved through a combination of facilitation by experienced CIOs, discussions with peer-level IT thought leaders, excerpts from books on technology leadership, and some problem-solving scenarios. Learning sessions will involve assigned readings, discussions, experiential exercises, role-playing, and problem-solving activities.
Thursday, May 1, 2025
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
12:00 – 1:30 p.m.
Retired Fortune 500 CIO, Educator, and Board Advisor
Bill VanCuren is a global business executive and board member who leads transformations for growth through a balance of technology and business solutions, from private to publicly traded, from mid-size to multibillion-dollar corporations. Bill is an insightful business leader who leads teams through uncertain times, drives execution, and is always at the confluence of human factors and technology introduction.
Senior Project Manager - Motrex LLC
I recently completed the IT Executive’s Playbook Certificate Program, and it was a fantastic experience. The sessions were super engaging and packed with practical insights I could apply right away. The Product vs. Product Management session was a game-changer for me. I am managing my first new product development project in manufacturing, and it gave me a much clearer understanding of the differences between the two roles and how to approach agile delivery more effectively. I also loved the Executive Presence session—it was full of tips on how to show up confidently and connect better with leadership, peers, and partners. The online format and flexible session times were a huge plus, making it easy to fit into my schedule.
Overall, this program was a great investment in my growth as a technology leader, and I’d recommend it to anyone looking to level up their skills
Associate Director Product Strategy - Credigy
The IT Executive’s Playbook is an essential guide for tech leaders. Bill’s real-world expertise brings depth to every session, offering actionable insights and frameworks you can apply immediately at work. I highly recommend this course to anyone in technology leadership.
Executive Director, Product Development & Engineering, Payments - Deluxe
Don’t hesitate, take advantage of one of the great CIO’s of Atlanta sharing his knowledge and expertise. Bill’s insight into his diverse experiences makes this program something that you can’t miss if given the opportunity. The course structure was relevant and relatable, while maintaining a clean simplicity to it. As they say, simplicity is complex, but Bill and team made it look easy. If you’re looking to take that next step in technology leadership, round out your skills, or simply want to listen to someone who has “done it”, then this is your program. Super valuable, and highly recommended