Chris Conway is a distinguished global IT executive and Chief Information Officer (CIO) with over 20 years of experience leading transformative digital initiatives across complex, high-growth, and internationally dispersed organizations. He excels in optimizing IT strategies for mid-sized enterprises, particularly those with revenues ranging from $250 million to $1 billion, ensuring scalable and sustainable growth. Recognized for his ability to modernize IT infrastructure, streamline operations, and drive digital transformation, Chris has consistently delivered strategic technology solutions that enhance agility, scalability, and profitability. With expertise spanning ERP, CRM, business intelligence implementations, and cybersecurity, he has built a reputation as a forward-thinking technology leader who aligns IT strategy with business objectives to enable long-term success.
Throughout his career, Chris has demonstrated an exceptional ability to architect and execute large-scale IT transformations, successfully integrating emerging technologies to optimize business performance. His leadership has been instrumental in restructuring and modernizing IT ecosystems for organizations navigating mergers and acquisitions, rapidly expanding operations, and shifting to cloud-based infrastructures. Chris is known for fostering high-performing global teams, inspiring innovation, and implementing cost-effective solutions that drive competitive advantage. His expertise in cybersecurity and risk management ensures organizations maintain resilience and compliance in an increasingly complex digital landscape.
Chris has extensive experience working with both private equity firms and private equity-backed portfolio companies, where he has played a critical role in scaling operations, driving efficiencies, and aligning IT strategies with aggressive growth objectives. His ability to create order in fast-moving, high-stakes environments has made him a go-to leader for organizations undergoing transformation and digital reinvention.
As Chief Information Officer at Pritchard Industries, Chris led a comprehensive digital transformation initiative focused on integrating IT systems across multiple acquired companies. He spearheaded the development of a 36-month roadmap to transition from legacy systems to a unified, cloud-based infrastructure, enabling seamless mergers and achieving a projected annual growth rate of over 15%. His strategic initiatives included consolidating regional managed service providers, unifying communication platforms, and overseeing the selection and implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
Prior to Pritchard Industries, Chris served as Chief Information Officer at Melissa & Doug, where he successfully modernized IT operations for the tenth-largest toy manufacturer in the U.S. Under his leadership, the company underwent a top-to-bottom technology transformation, replacing 97% of its hardware, migrating 90% of its infrastructure to the cloud, and implementing a cutting-edge cybersecurity strategy. His efforts significantly enhanced operational efficiency, employee collaboration, and business continuity—particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, where his foresight in digital transformation ensured seamless remote operations with zero downtime.
Chris also held the role of Chief Information Officer at The Cranemere Group, a private equity firm managing over $2 billion in investments. There, he led global IT initiatives across seven corporate offices in five time zones, designing and deploying cloud-based solutions to streamline operations and ensure regulatory compliance. His strategic cost management initiatives resulted in IT services averaging 15-20% lower per user compared to industry peers, while his expertise in emerging technologies enhanced security and operational efficiency.
Earlier in his career, Chris founded Greent Digital, LLC, a consulting firm specializing in digital transformation and IT infrastructure design for mid-sized businesses. He has also held leadership positions in financial services, technology startups, and venture-backed enterprises, where he played a pivotal role in driving growth, implementing strategic IT initiatives, and navigating complex business challenges.
Chris is the guy you call when you don’t even know what the question is—just that something needs to be done. He thrives in chaos, bringing structure, strategy, and execution to complex, high-pressure situations. A jack of all trades and a master of some, he not only crafts forward-thinking strategies but also rolls up his sleeves to ensure their successful deployment. Whether steering large-scale technology overhauls, integrating acquisitions, or taming IT inefficiencies, Chris is the leader who turns uncertainty into opportunity.
Chris holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Columbia University and maintains industry-leading certifications, including CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional). Passionate about leveraging technology to drive business success, he continues to be a trusted leader in digital innovation, infrastructure modernization, and IT strategy execution.
Character
Chris Conway is a decisive and results-driven IT executive who leads with integrity, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement within global organizations.
Knowledge
With over 20 years of expertise in digital transformation, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology solutions, Chris possesses deep technical and strategic knowledge that enables companies to scale efficiently and maintain a competitive edge.
Strategic
Chris excels at aligning technology with business objectives, developing and executing forward-thinking IT roadmaps that drive operational efficiency, cost optimization, and sustainable growth in dynamic market environments.
Communication
A skilled communicator and executive leader, Chris effectively collaborates with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable strategies that drive business success.
