Jay Hawkinson has been unlocking business value for over 40 years.
As a young programmer he was the first person to develop the technology that allowed people to get paint that matched and dispensed in a matter of minutes, and many years later he is still bringing that creativity and know-how to Corporate leaders all over the globe.
As an executive leader in Technology, AI, and Data, Jay Hawkinson has years of experience transforming data capabilities into substantial business value. He specializes in guiding organizations to unlock strategic advantages through data-driven solutions that enhance growth, operational efficiency, and competitive positioning. His work has been recognized by prestigious honors, including the 2023 Informatica Innovation Award for Business Acceleration, the 2024 ICON Top 100 Data & Analytics Professionals, and membership in the Forbes Technology Council.
Known for his results-driven approach that accelerates outcomes and empowers teams, Jay identifies critical opportunities for improvement and builds robust, scalable data strategies. He has led transformative initiatives across industry-leading global organizations, including Lamb Weston, Valmont Industries, AFL, and Belden. His strategies are anchored in a clear business vision, ensuring data and AI investments deliver measurable gains. Jay is committed to helping companies leverage the power of technology to drive innovation and sustainable growth in a rapidly advancing digital landscape. By focusing on vision and tangible results, he supports organizations in fully realizing the potential of their data and technology investments.
He is open to speaking engagements, advisory engagements, and other opportunities to help businesses unlock value from technology.
Specialties: Strategy and Execution, People/Change Management, Advisory Roles, Evangelism, Leadership, Data Governance and Quality, Data Analytics & Insights, Project Management, Machine Learning, AI, ML/AI, DataOps.