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Michael Feliton appointed Optiv CIO
Tech veteran Michael Feliton is the new Optiv CIO . Acknowledged as a leader of all facets of technology , Feliton brings more than 25 years of related leadership experience , producing costeffective business solutions and collaborating with business leaders and external stakeholders to successfully Drive corporate and departmental objectives .
“ Mike is an accomplished technology executive with extensive success in IT management , operations , business transformation , full life-cycle software initiatives and program management .
“ Mike ’ s proven ability to drive business outcomes via transformational technology is an added asset to our IT strategy ,” said Bill Croutch , Optiv EVO and General Counsel . “ His experience solving complex global technology issues while driving innovation will allow us to better serve internal and external clients and optimize business results .”
Michael Feliton , CIO , Optiv
Prior to joining Optiv , Feliton served as senior Vice President and CIO at global footwear company Crocs and David Yurman , a fine jewellery retailer . He also has an extensive background as Vice President of Information Systems , Application Delivery and Business Solutions , as well as Director of Systems Development in retail , wholesale , apparel , automotive , manufacturing and consumer products .
Optiv has also announced the appointment of another industry veteran as CFO . Marc Cabi brings more than 30 years of experience and success in the technology and financial sectors .
Leading all aspects of Optiv ’ s financial operations , Cabi is pitched as playing a crucial role as the cyber advisory and solutions leader moves forward with its vision to be an owner-driven company .
Healthcare Integrated Technologies Secures $ 336,000 AI Infection Control grant
Healthcare Integrated Technologies ( HiTC ) has a $ 336,000 grant from the state of Tennessee targeted at bolstering infection control practices for 24 senior living facilities .
Leveraging its position in AI-powered health solutions for senior living , HiTC will employ this grant to ensure safer and more efficient living environments using their proprietary AI technology .
This development builds on HiTC ’ s recent strategic alliance with Signature Healthcare , underscoring the company ’ s ongoing commitment to innovative healthcare solutions for senior residents . The grant involves 21 Signature Healthcare facilities and two partnering companies .
Scott Boruff , CEO , HiTC , said : “ We are thrilled to receive this substantial grant , which will enable us to further our mission of making facilities safer for patients and healthcare workers through the application of innovative AI solutions . We are poised to deliver transformative outcomes across these Tennessee facilities and drive meaningful , impactful change in the ALF / SNF spaces , including those operated by our valued partner , Signature Healthcare .”
The installation of HiTC ’ s AI-based track and trace systems will significantly enhance the quality of care provided in these healthcare facilities . Signature Healthcare , a technology-forward company , has expressed its enthusiasm for this collaboration . Darian Goodman , Senior Vice President of Operations at Signature Healthcare said , “ We are pleased to partner with HiTC in this endeavor to raise the bar in tracking and tracing in infection control . This initiative aligns with our commitment to delivering the highest standards of care to our patients and residents .”
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