Jonathan Ward, is the founder and CEO of Ward Technology Talent (WTT).
WTT is a boutique service provider specializing in helping companies grow, launch new projects, write and rewrite applications and digitize their environments. WTT provides leading edge technology resources on a consultative and full-time basis. As an entrepreneur from the age of 5, Jonathan has a passion for technology, disruptors and the start up world.
WTT was founded over 15 years ago and has been on the Profit 500 list for 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. WTT clients include start-ups, SaaS companies, financial services, solutions providers, and some of Canada’s largest employers working on innovative technology including one of Canada’s top telecommunications companies.
WTT believes in creating communities that have a positive impact and runs technology sector events including the Mobile Learning Lab (2500+ members), Women Leaders in Technology and Technical Executive Breakfast Series.
Jonathan holds an HBA from the Richard Ivey School of Business.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanwardtech/
CIO Peer Forum 2019, Day 1: Track Speaker
Title: Diversity – Taking Action & Delivering Results
Diversity in IT is unquestionably an issue as the demand for talent significantly exceeds availability and studies increasingly show the benefits of diversity in delivering improved bottom-line business performance. This panel explores tangible steps being taken and the results of such efforts. Learn what is working and consider initiatives you could lead within your organization or within the broader industry to drive much needed change.
Speakers: Debra Christmas, Sylvia Apostolidis, Yasemin Sezer, Jonathan Ward