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Randy Smith Named CIO at Blue & Co., LLC
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Subscribe29 JAN 2024 / PEOPLE UPDATES
Accounting and advisory firm Blue & Co., LLC has appointed Randy Smith as its Chief Information Officer, effective from January 22, 2024. Smith, with 17 years of leadership experience and strategic technology initiatives to his credit, will focus on the firm's future growth strategies and bring innovative technology solutions to clients and staff.
Blue & Co., LLC Appoints Randy Smith as Chief Information Officer
Blue & Co., LLC, an independent accounting and advisory firm, has announced the appointment of Randy Smith as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective January 22, 2024.
Managing Director Brad Shaw emphasized the strategic importance of this appointment, stating, "Our strategic vision forecasts continued strong growth and technology will play a critical role in achieving that vision. Randy’s focus will be on bringing innovative solutions to our clients and our staff to meet the demands in our vision."
Smith brings 17 years of leadership experience, during which he has implemented strategic technology initiatives aimed at enhancing business processes, minimizing information security risks, and improving operations. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology from American Intercontinental University and an MBA from Xavier University. His professional certifications include Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing and Switching (CCNA), ITIL Foundation Certified, and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer.
Expressing his enthusiasm about joining Blue & Co., Smith said, "I am very excited to join Blue & Co. and further their mission of helping clients and staff on their journey to personal and professional success. I’m incredibly passionate about using technology to solve business challenges, and the professional services industry provides a unique opportunity to influence a firm’s clients and staff. I am truly grateful for this opportunity to lead the technology team at a top-100 accounting firm."
Founded in 1970, Blue & Co., LLC operates with more than 500 professionals across 10 offices in Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. The firm offers services in assurance, tax compliance and consulting, healthcare consulting, benefit plan services, valuation and litigation support, and business services, with industry specializations including healthcare, construction, nonprofit, manufacturing and distribution, technology, financial services, and agribusiness.
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