CIOs Against Cancer - Michigan

Donor Spotlight: Meet Maria Haight, Chief Operations & Technology Officer at TGI Direct, Inc. and one of the incredible leaders participating in the CIOs Against Cancer Virtual Auction! Maria cited her personal connection to the cause, stating “Being a cancer survivor, I want to give to a cause that will help others in their journey in beating cancer.” Dedicated technology leaders like Maria are the driving force behind CIOs Against Cancer Michigan's first virtual CIO Auction. Their commitment and support make this event possible. As the big day approaches, we’re thrilled to share their stories and their passion for creating meaningful change. Join us January 16-23, 2025, to bid on a one-hour lunch with Maria and other top tech leaders. Together, we can fund life-saving research through the American Cancer Society. Learn more and support the cause: https://lnkd.in/eNNQkn_W

The 2025 CIOs Against Cancer MI Virtual CIO Auction is LIVE! This is your chance to bid on one-hour lunch meetings with top technology CXOs while supporting groundbreaking cancer research through the American Cancer Society. Every bid matters. Every dollar makes a difference. Auction ends January 23rd at 4 PM – don’t wait! Bid now: https://lnkd.in/eNNQkn_W

Donor Spotlight: Meet Darren P. Webb, MSIT, CISSP, CISO at McLaren Health Care and one of the incredible leaders participating in the CIOs Against Cancer Virtual Auction! Darren’s reason for joining this event is “For a good cause and to meet new people." Our generous technology leaders, like Darren, are the heart and soul of the CIOs Against Cancer Michigan's first-ever virtual CIO Auction, making this event possible through their dedication and support. As we count down to the big event, we’re excited to highlight their stories and their passion for making a difference. Join us January 16-23, 2025, to bid on a one-hour lunch with Darren and other top tech leaders. Together, we can fund life-saving research through the American Cancer Society. Learn more and support the cause: https://lnkd.in/eNNQkn_W

Donor Spotlight: We’d like to introduce Arun DeSouza, Managing Director of Profortis Solutions LLC and one of the incredible leaders participating in the CIOs Against Cancer Virtual Auction! When deciding to join this event, Arun’s goal was “To give back to the community and help this important cause in a small way!" Leaders like Arun are the backbone of CIOs Against Cancer Michigan's inaugural virtual CIO Auction. Their unwavering dedication and support make this event possible. As the countdown continues, we’re excited to share their stories and passion for driving positive change. Join us January 16-23, 2025, to bid on a one-hour lunch with Arun and other top tech leaders. Together, we can fund life-saving research through the American Cancer Society. Learn more and support the cause: https://lnkd.in/eNNQkn_W

You asked, we answered! Get involved with the Virtual CIO Auction, our FIRST event of 2025, and support cancer research while connecting with Michigan’s incredible tech community! What is the auction? It’s a weeklong event where technology CXOs offer 1-hour lunch meetings to the highest bidder. Proceeds go to the American Cancer Society to support cancer research. When is it happening? The auction opens on January 16th, 2025, and closes at 4pm on January 23rd! Who can participate? Anyone can place bids, whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a professional looking to network, or someone passionate about supporting a great cause. How does it work? You’ll bid on 1-hour lunch meeting with participating CIOs. If you win, CIOs Against Cancer will set up the connection, and the two of you find a time to meet! Why should I bid? Each bid contributes to funds needed for cancer research. Plus, it’s a great way to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for tech and making a difference. Where does the money go? Your generous bids directly support cancer research initiatives. What else can I do to support cancer research? Besides participating in our auction, you can support cancer research by donating directly, helping us spread the word by liking or sharing this post, or joining us at our Clays event in August! Have more questions? Put them in the comments below or reach out to Matt Spivey 🤘🏻!

Donor Spotlight: Meet Pete Wayne, CIO & CAO of Corrigan Oil and one of the incredible leaders participating in the CIOs Against Cancer Virtual Auction!   Pete shared his personal connection and reason for joining this impactful event: “I lost my little sister to lung cancer in 2023.” Technology leaders like Pete are the cornerstone of CIOs Against Cancer Michigan's first virtual CIO Auction. Their dedication and support make this event a reality. As we approach the big day, we’re proud to share their stories and their passion for driving meaningful change. Join us January 16-23, 2025, to bid on a one-hour lunch with Pete and other top tech leaders. Together, we can fund life-saving research through the American Cancer Society. Learn more and support the cause: https://lnkd.in/eNNQkn_W

Donor Spotlight: Meet Richard Hook, EVP & CIO of Penske Corporation and Penske Automotive Group, and one of the incredible leaders participating in the CIOs Against Cancer Virtual Auction! Rich shared his reason for joining this impactful event: “It’s an important cause.” Dedicated technology leaders like Rich are the driving force behind CIOs Against Cancer Michigan's first virtual CIO Auction. Their commitment and support make this event possible. As the big day approaches, we’re thrilled to share their stories and their passion for creating meaningful change. Join us January 16-23, 2025, to bid on a one-hour lunch with Rich and other top tech leaders. Together, we can fund life-saving research through the American Cancer Society. Learn more and support the cause: https://lnkd.in/eNNQkn_W

Donor Spotlight: We’re happy to highlight Todd Loiselle, CIO at National Food Group | 10X Inc 5000 Company, and one of the incredible leaders participating in the CIOs Against Cancer Virtual Auction! As Todd shares, “I chose to participate in the CIO Auction Against Cancer because cancer has profoundly impacted my life and the lives of those I love. My wife bravely battled thyroid cancer, my sister-in-law and mother-in-law have both faced breast cancer, and I lost a dear friend to colon cancer. These experiences have shown me firsthand the importance of supporting cancer research and patient care. Participating in this auction is my way of honoring their struggles and contributing to the fight against this devastating disease. Having been recognized as the HMG Strategy 2023 Small-Cap CIO of the Year, I see this as a chance to leverage my expertise and give back to the community in a meaningful way.” Our generous technology leaders, like Todd, are the heart and soul of the CIOs Against Cancer Michigan's first-ever virtual CIO Auction, making this event possible through their dedication and support. As we count down to the big event, we’re excited to highlight their stories and their passion for making a difference. Join us January 16-23, 2025, to bid on a one-hour lunch with Todd and other top tech leaders. Together, we can fund life-saving research through the American Cancer Society. Learn more and support the cause: https://lnkd.in/eNNQkn_W

Donor Spotlight: We’re honored to highlight Mark G., Senior Director & CIO at AM General LLC, as one of the inspiring participants in the CIOs Against Cancer Michigan Virtual Auction! Mark shared why this event is so important to him: “This is a personally relevant cause which I am both compelled and privileged to support.” Leaders like Mark bring passion and purpose to this first-ever virtual auction, making it a powerful opportunity to fund cancer research through the American Cancer Society. From January 16–23, 2025, you can bid on a one-hour lunch with Mark or other amazing tech leaders. Let’s come together for meaningful impact! Learn more and support the cause: https://lnkd.in/eNNQkn_W

Donor Spotlight: We’re thrilled to feature Steve York, CIO at 1-800 Hansons, LLC, as a dedicated participant in the CIOs Against Cancer Michigan Virtual Auction! When asked why this event matters to him, Steve kept it simple: “My friends are organizers, and I hate cancer!” From January 16–23, 2025, you can bid on a one-hour lunch with Steve or other amazing tech leaders. Don’t miss this chance to connect, make a difference, and support the American Cancer Society! Learn more and get involved here: https://lnkd.in/eZKD4czE