Micky Simwenyi
Hartford,CT
Summary
Dynamic IT executive with over 15 years of experience, dedicated to staying at the forefront of modern technology and crafting strategies that align with and drive organizational goals. Possesses deep expertise in IT, digital transformation, and data industries, with a keen understanding of emerging trends and growth opportunities in digital technologies. Recognized as a visionary thought leader, adept at articulating and developing forward-looking strategies that foster innovation. Strong collaborator, skilled in leading and sharing ownership of key programs, initiatives, and deliverables.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
SVP, Digital Technology and Data Sciences
Hartford Healthcare
2024.01 - Current
- Craft and execute comprehensive digital technology and data strategies(Includes AI) to elevate clinical and business information systems, ensuring seamless alignment with organizational objectives.
- Directs the provisioning and optimization of digital technology infrastructures, encompassing data storage, architecture, and information security, to support enterprise-wide systems and capabilities.
- Oversees systems-related risk management, compliance, and data analytics, maintaining robust, secure operations within the organization's technology framework.
Chief Information Data Science Officer
University of Miami Health System
2021.01 - 2024.01
- Led IT operations, cybersecurity, and AI/ML initiatives, driving digital transformation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of technology services across the organization.
- Revamped core platforms and infrastructure, dramatically reducing technical debt while ensuring full compliance with industry standards and best practices.
- Launched a robust Information Security program, strengthening data protection and achieving full compliance with governmental and regulatory requirements.
- Spearheaded a successful multi-platform cloud migration, optimizing the organization's digital strategy and enabling a more agile and responsive IT environment.
- Designed and implemented advanced analytics and AI/ML strategies, resulting in the recruitment of over 40 IT specialists and the creation of a cutting-edge data warehouse for AI research.
Vice President Data and Digital Sciences
Hackensack Meridian Health
2017.01 - 2021.01
- Formulated and implemented strategies to enhance clinical care, patient safety, and economic outcomes through data science and digital initiatives, leading to improved healthcare delivery
- Pioneered a COVID-19 prediction model utilized across a network of hospitals, which informed critical legislative decisions and supported pandemic response efforts
- Initiated a comprehensive data literacy program that significantly raised the data competency of a large workforce, contributing to a culture of informed decision-making
- Directed the creation of a unified reporting infrastructure for analytics, resulting in measurable improvements in clinical and operational performance and elevated hospital rankings.
Director of Advanced Analytics & Data Science
University of Chicago Medicine and Biological Sciences Division (BSD)
2013.01 - 2017.01
- Developed and executed a comprehensive strategy for enhancing data quality and interoperability, resulting in the establishment of a robust analytics and data science department that grew to 70 full-time employees
- Pioneered the organization's inaugural Enterprise Data Warehouse, significantly improving turnaround for data requests by 50% and fostering enhanced data literacy throughout the institution
- Led the creation and implementation of the enterprise's first real-time predictive models for patient care, contributing to a marked improvement in key clinical quality outcomes such as mortality, readmission, and infection rates
- Directed the development of an agent-based simulation model of hospital construction of a new Emergency Department that increased throughput by 25% and surgeries by 10%.
Manager of Clinical Analytics & Informatics
Loyola University Health System
2010.01 - 2013.01
- Developed first clinician interactive reporting tool deployed in epic (EHR) and framework for epic’s current product RWB enabling clinicians to pull reports through centralized systems without workflow disruptions
- Build analytics department from 2 FTE’s to 24 FTEs by 2013
- Oversaw design and implementation of infrastructure to define, measure, and monitor clinical processes and outcomes, functioning as lead resource in planning and transition of organization to required public reporting
- Directed and monitored standardization of data management procedures and led design and management of enterprise data management and business intelligence (BI) tool set.
Education
Master of Science - Bioengineering
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD2009
Bachelor of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI2004
Skills
- Leadership
- IT strategy
- Data Science
- Digital Transformation
- Artificial Intelligence
- Generative AI
- Data Warehousing, Data Lakes and Lake Houses
- Precision Sciences
- Strategic Planning & Vision
- Digital Solutions and Transformation
- Digital Consumerization
- C-suite Engagement
- Cloud Computing
- Cloud Migration and Virtualization
- Emerging Technologies
- Business Intelligence
- MLOps and AIOps
- IT Governance
- Data Governance
- Process Improvement
- Digital Project Reporting & ROI
- Recruiting and Developing IT, Digital and Data Teams
- IT Infrastructure & Systems
- Organizational Data Strategy
- Leadership Content Strategy
- Cross-Functional Teams
- External Monetization
- Executive Communication
- Master Data Management
- Project Management
- Software Development Lifecycle
- Life Cycle Data Management
- Risk Mitigation
- HIPPA
- GPDR
- FISMA and FEDRAMP Security Compliance Frameworks
- Cybersecurity
- Vendor Management
- IT Policy Development & Implementation
- Stakeholder Management
- Agile Methods Product Development
- ERP Development
- Google Cloud Platform
- Epic healthcare software
- Lean Six Sigma
- Agile methodologies
- Strategic leadership
- Operational Excellence
- Policies and Procedures
- Organizational Development
- Staff Development
Volunteer Experience
Global Health Data@Work, Data Scientist, 2017, 2021
Timeline
SVP, Digital Technology and Data Sciences
Hartford Healthcare
2024.01 - Current
Chief Information Data Science Officer
University of Miami Health System
2021.01 - 2024.01
Vice President Data and Digital Sciences
Hackensack Meridian Health
2017.01 - 2021.01
Director of Advanced Analytics & Data Science
University of Chicago Medicine and Biological Sciences Division (BSD)
2013.01 - 2017.01
Manager of Clinical Analytics & Informatics
Loyola University Health System
2010.01 - 2013.01
Master of Science - Bioengineering
Johns Hopkins University
Bachelor of Science - Civil And Environmental Engineering
Wayne State University
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