On this episode of The Association Podcast, we welcome Tom Lyons, CIO of the American Society for Microbiology. We dive into the topic of leveraging investments in technology to drive organizational growth and success. Tom shares insights on how to use systems in a usable way, personalize experiences and increase engagement while still using data responsibly. We also discuss the AMS as the system of record and the importance of ensuring that it talks to other systems in a seamless manner to avoid silos.

 We also discuss the role of the CIO and how they can help organizations navigate data governance and make better use of technology to build a strong organizational culture.