Chris Tidrick is a seasoned technology leader with over 30 years of experience driving digital transformation in higher education. As the Chief Information Officer at Gies College of Business, he leads strategic initiatives to enhance data-driven decision-making, student success, and operational efficiency. He currently chairs the Generative AI Solutions Hub at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and regularly shares his insights through his podcast, speaking engagements, and writing. More info at christophertidrick.link.