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Written by: CDO Magazine Bureau
Updated 3:56 PM UTC, Tue September 5, 2023
Tim Dickson, Generac CIO
(US and Canada) We are pleased to welcome Tim Dickson to CDO Magazine’s Global Editorial Board. Currently serving as the CIO at Generac, Dickson is a digital game changer who excels at the convergence of advanced technology and business strategy. He possesses a remarkable ability to drive disruptive innovation by exploring cutting-edge technology, unlocking growth opportunities, and leveraging the power of AI.
Throughout his professional journey, Dickson consistently positioned himself at the forefront of emerging technologies, capitalizing on their potential for rapid scaling and revenue generation. His unwavering passion lies in fostering business growth through technological innovation, building relationships, and nurturing collaborative team efforts.
Dickson has successfully led the complete overhaul of Generac’s IT strategy and digital architecture, propelling its transformation into a prominent global energy technology solutions enterprise. Over the past two years, the company has achieved significant milestones, including the seamless acquisition and integration of 13 companies, doubling the workforce, more than doubling revenue and establishing a notable presence within the energy sector.
Before his tenure at Generac, Dickson was frequently selected to spearhead digital transformations, notably at Laureate Education and Motorola Solutions. The bulk of his career was dedicated to Dell, where he held a pioneering executive role, orchestrating and integrating 40 acquisitions as the global leader of IT Mergers and Acquisitions (M&As).
Driven by a clear vision, Dickson aspires to transform the state of Wisconsin and the greater Milwaukee area into a thriving tech hub through strategic upskilling initiatives and investments in digital talent. Beyond his professional endeavors, he actively shares his insights and expertise by speaking at industry conferences, contributing to blogs, and serving on customer advisory boards and vendor executive councils.
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The CDO Magazine community welcomes Tim Dickson to our growing Global Editorial Board membership.