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Fred Quijada

Director, Academic and Technology Integration Services @Global Alumni

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I am an accomplished technologist and educator with over two decades of experience spanning technology leadership, project and program management, and executive education. My career includes managing multimillion-dollar technology portfolios, driving AI/ML innovation, and delivering strategic transformations for Fortune 500 companies. Notably, I led award-winning initiatives such as an AI/ML collaboration with IBM Watson at AIG and oversaw a $6M program integrating AI/ML in digital platforms at United Airlines. As the Director of Academic Quality Assurance for Global Alumni, I oversee the design and delivery of technology-focused executive education programs for leading institutions like MIT Professional Education and the University of Chicago. I am also a Learning Facilitator and lecturer, mentoring global cohorts in topics such as cloud computing, DevOps, and strategic technology management. Rooted in a passion for education and leadership, I hold advanced degrees in technology and law, and I am currently pursuing a Doctorate of Technology at Purdue University. My consulting philosophy emphasizes bridging theory and practice to empower leaders to navigate and shape the technological landscape with confidence and innovation. I am committed to fostering visionary leadership and leveraging technology for sustainable, impactful outcomes.More...