Denver hires data-driven advocate as new Chief Data Officer

Denver hires data-driven advocate as new Chief Data Officer

Published on November 13, 2024

The City and County of Denver welcomes Sean Greer as the city's new Chief Data Officer (CDO). Greer has served as the city's IT Director of Service Delivery for the past five years and spent over 12 years at the airport prior to joining the city's Technology Services team.

"Sean is a seasoned technology leader who excels at driving innovation, strategic planning, and operation excellence," said Suma Nallapati, Denver's Chief Information Officer. "With a proven track record of innovation and leadership in technology and data management, Sean will be instrumental in driving data-driven decision-making and advancing the city's digital transformation."

As CDO, Greer will be responsible for developing a comprehensive data strategy aligned with Denver's strategic goals, transforming raw data into actionable insights that improve city operations and enhance citizen experiences, and establishing robust data governance frameworks to ensure data quality, security, and compliance.

"I am honored to assume the role of Chief Data Officer. Denver has established itself as a leader in addressing complex challenges with groundbreaking and innovative solutions. Data is the cornerstone of this progress, and I am thrilled to spearhead the initiatives that will drive our city's data-driven future," said Sean Greer.

As a strong believer in operational excellence, Greer has spearheaded efforts to streamline processes and leverage technology to improve performance. Recently, Greer's initiative to implement a new Automation Center of Excellence program within the city won Colorado Technology Association's 2024 Apex Project of the Year award and a 2024 CIO 100 award. To date, the city's automation efforts have saved $2.9 million and over 54,000 hours of staff work.

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