Bombardier Appoints Jeff Hutchinson as Chief Information Officer

Bombardier Inc. announced the appointment of Jeff Hutchinson as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO). Hutchinson will report directly to John Di Bert, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Hutchinson will be responsible for Bombardier's worldwide IT operations, including the management of digital assets and cybersecurity. His role involves establishing a robust IT strategy and service offerings to support the company's 2020 objectives and longer-term strategic plans.

"Jeff possesses the right experience and credentials to lead our IT organization's transformation," said Di Bert. "His focus will be on driving performance, enhancing synergies, and building a best-in-class IT organization. Jeff also brings a customer-centric approach to technology and a passion for enabling companies like Bombardier to achieve profitable growth through digital transformation."

Hutchinson brings over 30 years of experience in leading and transforming IT organizations within large, matrixed companies. His previous roles include positions at Honeywell, Maple Leaf Foods, SAP, and Danone. Throughout his career, he has focused on leveraging leading processes, digital assets, technology, and collaboration to improve business performance, profitability, and growth. Hutchinson holds several degrees from U.S. institutions, including a BS in Business Administration from Bryant University, an MBA from the University of New Haven, an MS in Software Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, and a Doctorate in Computing from Pace University.