Manheim Selects Chief Technology Officer
Michael Noel was named CTO of Manheim. He will lead strategic technology development and innovation for the company.
ATLANTA — Manheim announced today it has selected Michael Noel as its chief technology officer. He will report to COO Janet Barnard effective May 6, and will be responsible for Manheim’s technology systems, applications and operations.
“We are thrilled to have Michael join our team, as he brings the type of IT vision, business engagement skills and leadership that will further our goals of enhancing our technology systems and processes, while ensuring we stay ahead of trends that influence our future direction,” said Barnard. “Our goal is to lead the industry by anticipating the types of innovative solutions our customers will need to grow and better compete.”
Noel brings more than 15 years of global business, consulting and technology strategy to Manheim. He most recently served as CIO and senior vice president of shared services for PRGX Global Inc. During his tenure, Noel was also responsible for developing IT-enabled business services, software solutions and a customer-centric shared services delivery operation in Pune, India.
Noel began his career at A.T. Kearney, a leading global consulting company. He also held key leadership roles at Infosys Consulting Inc.
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