NJ Society for Information Management

PMO Dinner, 9/22/2025
2025-09-22 08:00 (America/New_York) | Webinar

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Videoconference - 2025-09-15
2025-09-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar
Are you in transition? Are you thinking of changing positions? Is your company hiring? Then register for our meeting! This meeting is open and complimentary to all members, whether you are looking for a new position or want to help your colleagues.
Let us know if you are currently in transition so that we may keep you apprised of potential opportunities as we hear about them. Email Mark Beatty or Giacomo Mascillaro, the hosts of the meeting.

More information is available on the MIT message site and our information page. Also, check out SIM National’s database of I.T. executive jobs, at careers.simnet.org.
Meetings will be held every other Monday. Schedule permitting, we will be joined at most meetings by Dan Counts, Certified Career Coach and co-leader of the West Coast SIM MIT chapter.

To register, select your complimentary ticket below.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) In-Person Meeting - 2025-09-11
2025-09-11 20:00 - 21:00 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States
Are you in transition? Are you thinking of changing positions? Is your company hiring? Then register for our meeting! This meeting is open and complimentary to all members, whether you are looking for a new position or want to help your colleagues.
Let us know if you are currently in transition so that we may keep you apprised of potential opportunities as we hear about them. Email Mark Beatty or Giacomo Mascillaro, the hosts of the meeting.

More information is available on the MIT message site and our information page. Also, check out SIM National’s database of I.T. executive jobs, at careers.simnet.org.

To register, select your complimentary ticket below.

September 2025 Monthly Meeting: Gary Sorrentino (C.I.O., Zoom) on "Five Generations In The Workplace"
2025-09-11 17:30 - 20:30 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States
Join us for an engaging and interactive session with Gary Sorrentino, Global CIO of Zoom, as he explores the dynamic interplay between five generations now coexisting in the modern workplace. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Gary will dive into how evolving demographics are reshaping team collaboration, leadership, and the future of work.
In this session, Gary will share fresh insights—updated quarterly—on how organizations can harness generational diversity to improve project success, employee engagement, and customer experience. Expect a lively conversation around generational communication styles, reverse mentoring, and strategies like micro-certification to bridge skill gaps across age groups.
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from a global technology leader on how to prepare for the workplace of 2030—where Millennials and Gen Z take the reins, and collaboration across age groups becomes a competitive advantage.

About Gary
Gary Sorrentino serves as Zoom’s Global CIO, after spending over two years as the Global Deputy CIO. A former Managing Director for J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management, Gary was the Global Head of Client Cyber Awareness and Education. For over 12 years, Gary was the Chief Technology Officer for J.P. Morgan AWM’s global technology infrastructure initiatives, where he managed its Data Privacy program and was responsible for Infrastructure, Application and End User Technology Production Support. In 2014, he assumed a new role as the lead for their Cybersecurity efforts and developed a firm wide “Protect the Client” Cyber program designed to raise cybersecurity awareness among employees and clients.
With almost 40 years of experience in Information Technology, Gary has served in various other IT leadership positions in firms across the financial services industry. Prior to joining J.P. Morgan in 2005, Gary was Head of Global Infrastructure and Head of Technology Efficiencies at Citi Private Bank, where he was responsible for Global Infrastructure Support and strategic technology initiatives. Other roles he has held include Global Technology CFO at Credit Suisse and North America IT Controller at UBS.

Thank you to Robert Half Talent Solutions for sponsoring the September 2025 chapter meeting. We are grateful for their ongoing support of our chapter.

5:30 Registration and Networking
6:15 Dinner
6:45 Business Meeting
7:00 Presentation and Q&A
8:00 Networking Please register for the event below.
Please note that registration at the event will be $85.00 for members.

SIM Digirisk SIG: Getting Out of Pilot Mode: Launching Your Enterprise AI Strategy
2025-09-10 12:30 - 13:30 | Webinar
About the Session:
Many organizations stall at AI experimentation. This session will unpack how to get unstuck and build an enterprise AI approach that delivers real business value. The time with you will be structured to provide practical insights that aim to demystify AI for an enterprise and empower the audience to take action.

About the Speaker:

Chris Richardson
Chris Richardson is a Regional CTO serving the North America, West team at Rimini Street. He has 20+ years in corporate IT operating at levels as a CIO, CTO, VP of Global Infrastructure, and Digital Transformation Leader at companies like onsemi, Arizona State University, Honeywell, and the Arizona Department of Education. Chris was also a Field CTO at AHEAD helping prospective and current clients of all industries in their transformation initiatives, especially around AI. On that front, he has built deterministic AI models as the student interface for the most innovative university in the US, helped two publicly traded semiconductor firms with their AI strategy, and advises three companies (two of which are security solutions) on their AI approach for enterprise clients. In his free time, he has a passion to elevate technology for the State of Arizona. You may see social updates about his work on the Governor’s AI Steering Committee or as a board advisory member of Freeway, working to unite the Phoenix-valley startup and venture capital ecosystem.

Register here: https://members.simnet.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1985093&group=

COST TO ATTEND:

Free for SIM Members.
$30 for Non-Members.
Employees of SIM Members are welcome to attend for free – please email digirisk@simnet.org for a promo code to register.

Please sign in to receive member pricing for you and your staff.

ATTENDEE SUPPORT:
If you have trouble registering or need to renew your SIM membership, please email sim@simnet.org.
If you require special assistance of any kind, please call us at 800.387.9746 or email us at digirisk@simnet.org.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Meeting - 2025-09-01
2025-09-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) In-Person Meeting - 2025-08-18
2025-08-18 20:30 - 21:00 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States

Summer Barbecue
2025-08-14 17:00 - 21:00 | Deutscher Club, 787 Featherbed Ln, Clark, NJ, 07066, United States
Join us for SIM NJ’s annual “free and informal” summer BBQ event. We are returning to the Deutscher Club in Clark, New Jersey.
You asked, and we listened! Based on the feedback we received from last year’s barbecue, we have added vegetarian options, adjusted the beverage options, and, weather permitting, are hoping to be able to grill during the event.
Please dress casually and come to enjoy an evening of delicious food, interesting cocktails, and great company with your fellow SIM NJ members. As always, there will be no formal presentation or speaker at this event. It’s all about enjoying time catching up and best of all, the event is FREE to all SIM NJ Members, DON’T MISS IT!

Our first Tri-State SIM summer social!
2025-08-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Versa Rooftop NYC, 218 W 35TH ST,, NEW YORK, NY, 10001, United States
Raise a glass with fellow SIM members from across the Tri-State area!
SIM NJ, SIM NYC, and SIM Fairfield-Westchester are teaming up to host an unforgettable event at the stunning Rooftop Versa in NYC, near Penn Station.
Reconnect with old friends, meet new colleagues, and enjoy an evening of great conversations, refreshing drinks, and skyline views.
Date: Tue, August 5, 2025!
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Versa Rooftop 218 W 35TH ST, NEW YORK, NY 10001
No Fee: Our generous sponsors will cover the cost of appetizers and drinks from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.
Spots are limited, so don’t wait—click the button below to register.
Additionally, RSVP to gmascillaro@simnj.org if you plan to attend so that we can plan accordingly.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Cheers!

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) In-Person Meeting - 2025-07-21
2025-07-21 20:30 - 21:00 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States

SIM NJ Wine Tasting Event
2025-07-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Loucas Restaurant, Edison, NJ, United States
Looking to taste a few wines and learn a bit about them? Join us on July 9 for a light-hearted, yet educational wine tasting workshop, led by perhaps SIM’s greatest wine expert, Mikhail Papovsky.
Mikhail Papovsky is a win-for-all business model advocate. His ideas can be found in Forbes.com, CIO.com, TEDx, his own series of blogs, and public speaking. Mikhail is a founder and CEO of Massaro, a management consulting firm focused on outcomes from IT investments. He has been a SIM member since 2011, SIM Boston’s MCD chair since 2018, and a SIM sponsor on chapter and national levels since 2015.
Mikhail is a certified Wine Oenophile. He is also an Ambassador for Chevaliers de la Chanterpleur in Vouvray, France. He has a passion for wine education with an approach that takes mystery and complexity out and expands knowledge of wine enthusiasts of every level.
The fine print:

This is an “invitation only” event, and this invitation is not transferable.
This is a free event, sponsored by Massaro. Attendance is limited to 25 members. If you register and are unable to attend, we ask that you let us know as soon as possible so that others may attend in your place.

To register for this complimentary SIM NJ Member event, or if you have any questions, email Pasquale Cirullo at pcirullo@simnj.org.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) In-Person Meeting - 2025-07-07
2025-07-07 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Meeting - 2025-06-23
2025-06-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

2025 NJ SIM Foundation’s Technology Exchange & Charity Golf Outing
2025-06-23 08:00 - 17:00 | New Jersey National Golf Club, 579 Allen Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920, United States
The Golf Outing Committee appreciates your generous support for this charity event.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Meeting - 2025-06-09
2025-06-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Meeting - 2025-05-27
2025-05-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Meeting - 2025-05-12
2025-05-12 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) In-Person Meeting - 2025-05-08
2025-05-08 20:00 - 21:00 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States

May 2025 Monthly Meeting
2025-05-08 17:30 - 20:30 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States
Win When They Say You Won’t: Break Through Barriers and Keep Leveling Up Your Success

Daphne E. Jones is a corporate board member who has held SVP, CIO and other leadership positions at Fortune 500 companies including IBM, Johnson & Johnson, Hospira (now Pfizer) and General Electric. Drawn from her own rags to riches story, her book, WIN WHEN THEY SAY YOU WON’T: Break Through Barriers and Keep Leveling Up Your Success, is Daphne’s inspiring guide to help anyone achieve the career of their dreams with a winning mindset and proven playbook.

Join us as Daphne shares her experiences and strategies to achieve the dream career with a winning mindset and proven playbook.
5:30 Registration and Networking
6:15 Dinner
6:45 Business Meeting
7:00 Presentation and Q&A
8:00 Networking Please register for the event below.
Please note that registration at the event will be $85.00 for members.

CIO Roundtable, 5/2/2025
2025-05-02 08:00 | Webinar

HMG 17th Annual New Jersey C-Level Technology Leadership Summit
2025-04-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States
In an era of unprecedented technological advancements, this is a pivotal moment for technology leaders. Beyond Moore’s Law, the rise of large language models (LLMs), generative AI, and Nvidia’s GPU dominance presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for visionary business tech leaders—CEOs, CIOs, CISOs, and CTOs. These leaders must navigate this Supercycle of innovation and disruption with fearless and courageous leadership to capture new business models and opportunities through Gen AI initiatives. Top technology leaders will provide strategic and visionary insights into the technology Supercycle of innovation, disruption, and invention. This session will equip you with the knowledge and foresight needed to lead your organization into the future.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Meeting - 2025-04-28
2025-04-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

SIM NJ Networking - Joint Happy Hour in Princeton
2025-04-24 17:30 - 20:00 | Brickhouse, 3569 US Route 1, Princeton, NJ, 08540, United States
Please join us for a Happy Hour in Princeton on Thu, April 24 th at 6:00pm at the Brick
House Tavern. The Happy Hour will be co-hosted by SIM NJ and SIM Ph to help us
forge connections with our SIM Philly colleagues. Come on out and enjoy some
refreshments, while making new friends and reconnecting with old friends.
Date: Thu, April 24, 2025!
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Location: Brick House Tavern, 3569 US Hwy 1, Princeton, NJ
No Fee: Mark Saturn of RSC will cover appetizers and drinks for the evening
Please RSVP to pcirullo@simnj.org if you can attend so we can plan appropriately.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Meeting - 2025-04-14
2025-04-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Meeting - 2025-03-31
2025-03-31 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

SIM NJ Networking - Happy Hour in New Brunswick
2025-03-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Tavern on George, 361 George Street, New Brunswick, 08901, United States
Please join us for a Happy Hour in New Brunswick on Wednesday, March 26th at 6:00pm at Tavern on George. The free Happy Hour will be sponsored by Mike Venables from Aegistech. Come on out and enjoy some refreshments while making new connections. The venue is providing a private area for our event. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Date: Wed, March 26, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Location: Tavern on George, 361 George Street, New Brunswick, NJ

No Fee: Mike Venables of Aegistech will cover appetizers and drinks for the evening

Please RSVP to ejun@simnj.org if you can attend so we can plan appropriately.

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) Meeting - 2025-03-17
2025-03-17 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar

Members In Transition (M.I.T.) In-Person Meeting - 2025-03-13
2025-03-13 20:30 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States

March 2025 Monthly Meeting
2025-03-13 17:30 - 20:30 | Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ, United States
Join us for an exciting evening of AI insights in Customer Experience and networking at the SIM NJ AI Panel & The Bridgecast Live Recording! In partnership with Bridgepointe, this event brings together top IT leaders, CIOs, and tech enthusiasts to explore the future of AI and IT strategy. The panel will be moderated by Scott Kinka, host of The Bridgecast Podcast, and will be recorded for a future episode.
Event Sponsor
5:30 Registration and Networking
6:15 Dinner
6:45 Business Meeting
7:00 The Bridgecast Live Recording & AI Panel
8:00 Networking Please register for the event below.
Please note that registration at the event will be $85.00 for members.

SIM Work 4.0 SIG - Future-Ready IT: Defining, Tracking, and Managing Workforce Skills
2025-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar
About the Session:
We are excited to provide one (1) Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for attendance to our next SIM Work 4.0 webinar.

Must attend the virtual event and stay for the duration
Must request the certificate from SIM
One (1) CEU will be awarded subject to the acceptance by the recipient’s certification organization

Drive Innovation with Better Skills and Certification Management
As IT leaders navigate their organizations through rapid technological changes, having a skilled, compliant, and adaptable workforce is critical to success. Yet, defining the skills required, tracking training records, and managing certifications can feel overwhelming—especially across diverse and dispersed teams.
Join us on Tuesday, March 11 @ 12:00PM ET for an informative SIM Work 4.0 webinar where industry experts explore how to:

Define critical IT and operational skills for current and future needs.
Streamline how to track training records that ensure workforce readiness.
Manage certifications and compliance efficiently to reduce risk.

Build a data-driven skills strategy that aligns with your organizational goals.

Key Takeaways:

A step-by-step approach to identifying skill gaps and developing your workforce.
Insights on using modern tools to automate tracking and training record reporting.
Strategies to build a future-proof workforce and elevate your leadership role.

Why Attend?
This webinar is designed specifically for IT leaders looking to drive innovation while ensuring their teams remain skilled, compliant, and ready for the challenges of tomorrow.
Speakers:
Mike Kritzman
Founder & CEO
SkillNet

Wendy Hoffman
CHRO
Divurgent Consulting
We are excited to provide one (1) Continuing Education Unit (CEU) for attendance to our next SIM Work 4.0 webinar.

Must attend the virtual event and stay for the duration
Must request the certificate from SIM
One (1) CEU will be awarded subject to the acceptance by the recipient’s certification organization

COST TO ATTEND:
Free for SIM Members.
Employees of SIM Members are welcome to attend for free – please email work4.0@simnet.org for a promo code to register.
ATTENDEE SUPPORT:
If you have trouble registering or need to renew your SIM membership, please email sim@simnet.org.
If you require special assistance of any kind, please call us at 800.387.9746 or email us at work4.0@simnet.org.
