Marquette’s CIO, Laurie Panella, Recognized as a Notable Woman in Technology

Laurie Panella, the chief information officer at Marquette University, has been recognized as one of the Notable Women in Technology by BizTimes Milwaukee. She leads the Office of Information Technology Services at the university, overseeing the development and implementation of the institution’s technology strategy. Under her leadership, the department has transformed into a strategic partner of the university, changing its culture and perception.

Laurie heads the IT services that support various aspects of academic and administrative computing, including classroom technology, administrative systems, application development, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, data analytics, support services, and telecommunications. Her contributions have been significant in shaping the future of technology at Marquette University.

The Notable Women in Technology list is part of BizTimes Milwaukee’s Notable series, which honors leaders in the southeastern Wisconsin business community. In addition to Laurie Panella, two alumnae were also recognized on the list. Lena DeLaet, the director of sales and Summerfest Tech at Milwaukee World Festival, and Angela Johnson, the chief information security officer and vice president of IS infrastructure at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin. These women are making significant contributions to the field of technology in their respective roles.