Chief Information Officer
Dr. Jess Evans is a highly regarded leader in digital transformation, business strategy, data science, and cybersecurity, with a proven track record in driving next-generation technology initiatives. Her expertise spans advanced analytics, generative AI, quantum computing, software-defined networks, infrastructure-as-code, cloud-first/cloud-native environments, and agile development practices.
Prior to joining MCCCD, Dr. Evans served as Vice President of Strategic Services at Higher Digital. She has also held senior leadership roles, including Chief Information Officer at Vanderbilt University, Chief Operating Officer for Information Technology and Deputy Chief Information Officer at Arizona State University, and Executive Director of IT at Case Western Reserve University. In addition, she has led technology teams across various sectors, including banking, insurance, manufacturing, and consulting.
Dr. Evans holds a bachelor of business administration in computer information systems from Kent State University and a doctoral degree in management and designing sustainable systems from Case Western Reserve University.