Angela Marinas
Chief Digital Officer, Assistant IT Director @City of Fort Lauderdale
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WORK HISTORY
Chief Digital Officer, Assistant IT Director @City of Fort Lauderdale
US
Lead enterprise-wide digital and business transformation initiatives, driving modernization, innovation, and operational efficiency across public and private sector organizations.• Architect and execute future-ready IT and enterprise application strategies, including Infor CloudSuite deployments replacing legacy 40+ year-old ERP systems, GIS integration, and enterprise business applications.• Champion Smart City programs, leveraging AI, machine learning, IoT, and emerging technologies to optimize urban services, enhance citizen experiences, and improve operational decision-making.• Oversee data governance, analytics, and enterprise intelligence initiatives, ensuring actionable insights, regulatory compliance, and secure, scalable data infrastructure.• Lead cybersecurity strategy and awareness programs, implementing proactive risk mitigation, employee education, and compliance measures to safeguard critical assets and data.• Direct program management for global digital transformation projects, coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, budgets, and vendor partnerships to deliver on-time, high-impact outcomes.• Establish technology governance, policies, and performance frameworks to manage risk, ensure compliance, and drive continuous process and service improvements.• Build and mentor high-performing, cross-functional teams, fostering innovation, collaboration, and organizational agility.• Drive adoption of emerging technologies and digital platforms to enable predictive analytics, automation, and enhanced business performance.• Collaborate with executive leadership and stakeholders to align digital strategy with organizational goals, ensuring measurable business value and ROI.• Design and implement scalable, resilient, and secure enterprise architectures, supporting business modernization and future growth.
EDUCATION
Certification
Certified, Oracle Cloud
Kronos Education
Certified, Kronos Applications
Berkely College
Business Mangement, Accounting
SKILLS
ABOUT ANGELA MARINAS
Globally recognized, award-winning executive with 25+ years leading Digital Transformation, ERP modernization, cybersecurity strategy, and infrastructure innovation across public and commercial sectors. I’ve delivered high-impact initiatives across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia for organizations including Oracle, NTT Data, Brinks, Carnival Corporation, Hertz, the Asian Development Bank, and major cities such as Miami, New York, Las Vegas, Manila, and Barcelona.I currently lead digital modernization for the City of Fort Lauderdale, driving ERP modernization, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, digital automation, and nationally recognized Smart City programs. I formalized and scaled CyberSmart FTL, transforming it into a nationally recognized program for cyber awareness and preparedness, and founded the Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercise series, preparing organizations for real-world phishing and ransomware threats through hands-on, role-based simulations.I have managed global portfolios exceeding $200M, revitalized failed programs, and deployed enterprise applications across 17 countries, including Oracle HCM & Financials, PeopleSoft, Kronos, and ServiceNow. I build high-performing teams, optimize operations, and align technology investments with business outcomes, providing trusted guidance to C-suite executives, city managers, and international stakeholders.Expertise includes:• Enterprise Digital Transformation & Cloud Modernization• ERP Implementation & Optimization (Oracle, PeopleSoft, Kronos, ServiceNow)• Smart City, AI, IoT, and Emerging Technology Adoption• Cybersecurity Strategy, Risk Management & Role-Based Training• IT Governance, PMO, Process Improvement & Operational Efficiency• Data Analytics & Visualization (Power BI, Snowflake, ESRI)• Public & Private Sector Advisory, Cross-Functional LeadershipI am passionate about building future-ready cities and businesses, leveraging technology to drive innovation, efficiency, and inclusive community impact. My leadership is rooted in empathy, accountability, and measurable results, empowering teams and inspiring the next generation of changemakers.
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