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David Hotchkiss Named to Becker’s “CIOs to Know” List

David HotchkissMilwaukee, Feb. 27, 2026 – Ϲ (Ϲ) Chief Information and Security Officer and Vice President of Information Services David Hotchkiss was recently named to the 2026 edition of the Becker's Hospital Review “Hospital and Health System CIOs to Know” list. He’s one of 135 CIOs nationwide selected for this year’s list.

Hotchkiss is responsible for the enterprise-wide technology and cybersecurity strategy that guarantees a secure information services environment, as well as access to the technological infrastructure required to pursue medical and scientific excellence. Under his leadership, more than 100 full-time employees focus on maintaining and continuously improving the information services resources required to support thousands of Ϲ faculty, staff, and learners.

During his nearly 14-year tenure as Ϲ’s CIO, Hotchkiss has guided the organization to adopt numerous technology solutions to boost productivity, foster collaboration, and streamline workflows. Examples include establishing Ϲ’s first Research Computing Center to provide high-performance computational support to Ϲ scientists and implementing cloud-based technologies that connect today’s mobile workforce and learners to Ϲ from anywhere. Additionally, his highly collaborative relationships with Ϲ’s clinical partners allow for innovative and aligned technology strategies that benefit the entire academic medical center.

Hotchkiss is a past member of the Forbes Technology Council and received a 2024 ORBIE Award, which honors CIOs demonstrating excellence in technology leadership. He also co-hosts . For his many contributions to Ϲ, he was recognized in 2025 with the Distinguished Service Award, Ϲ’s highest faculty and staff honor.

According to a news release announcing this year’s list: “Becker’s Healthcare is proud to honor these trailblazing leaders for their dedication to advancing healthcare through technology. Their vision and expertise are essential to the continued success and evolution of their organizations.”

The full list, along with individual profiles of each CIO chosen, is available on the .

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