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I am an innovation-minded, security-first technology leader who turns complexity into scalable platforms and customer outcomes. I am a strategic engineer who listens to the voice of the customer, builds trusted relationships, and delivers fast, impactful, measurable results. In addition, I am a disciplined operator, a trusted change agent, a clear storyteller, and a high-performance team builder who ships value and impact.

I am looking to lead a high-velocity team with a focus on transformation that modernizes organizational performance. I could bring an innovative and strategic methodology that effectively leverages technology, data, and cybersecurity while scaling programs from pilot to enterprise. I could institutionalize a reliable, cost-efficient operating model with clear KPIs, ROI, and security-by-design controls aligned to the organization’s culture and values.  I could develop and mentor cross-functional teams, streamline processes, and turn use cases into governed, repeatable services that drive growth, efficiency, and resilience. (I could do that for you).

This space is dedicated to exploring the future of technology and innovation. With more than 25 years of experience leading digital transformation and research technology initiatives, I’ve seen firsthand how computing, data, and emerging tools can unlock new possibilities and accelerate meaningful change.

My career has brought me together with exceptional teams across research, technology, and business. Along the way, I’ve worked to bridge the gap between innovation and operations deploying advanced digital platforms, high-performance computing, AI/ML, and immersive environments to solve complex problems and turn ideas into real-world impact. I believe technology is most powerful when it empowers people, drives collaboration, and pushes us toward a safer, more sustainable future.

Here you’ll find my perspectives on innovation, computing, and emerging trends, as well as opportunities to collaborate. Whether you’re a fellow technologist, an industry leader, or simply curious about how innovation shapes our world, I look forward to connecting and sharing ideas.

When I’m not diving into technology, you’ll find me cycling with Half Acre Cycling, playing ice hockey around Chicago, or spending time with my two dogs. I’m also a fan of cricket, Manchester United, and following Formula 1.

Inspired by @NowNowNow. A simple way to see what I am up to Now https://nownownow.com/p/Xe9K and https://www.craighamill.com/now/

I look forward to engaging with you and exploring the boundless possibilities of technology and innovation together.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craighamill/

World Economic Forum – Connected Future Initiative – Contributor 

American Association for the Advancement of Science – AAAS – Elemental Member

Forbes Technology Council Member – https://councils.forbes.com/profile/Craig-Hamill-Director-Innovation-Technology-Knowledge-Management-UL-Research-Institutes/027a703f-3d78-4e9d-8de9-3bc0ad13ec77

Active Member of Chicago Innovation – https://chicagoinnovation.com/

Society for Information Management – Chicago Chapter – www.sim-chicago.org/member/craighamill

Association of Information Technology Professionals – Chicago Chapter – https://aitpchicago.com/Sys/PublicProfile/74860606

Gartner Peer Community Ambassador – https://www.gartner.com/peer-community/profile/craig-hamill-1

Proud member of Gartner C-level Communities (previously Evanta Chicago), an exclusive community of senior executives focused on advancing technology and innovation leadership in the Chicago area

IEEE – https://ieee-collabratec.ieee.org/app/p/CraigHamill1060396

Google Scholar – https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=ftct2wkAAAAJ&hl=en

The Org – https://theorg.com/org/ul-research-institutes/org-chart/craig-hamill

Member of the Ancient and Honorable Order of Turtle

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Design and Simulation Summit Keynote – ‘Harnessing Cloud Based HPC for Safety Science’

A few weeks ago, I sat down with Kenneth Wong and the Digital Engineering 24/7 team to share the scale to a cloud-based HPC to support safety science. The talk covers the decision framework, burst capacity for spiky workloads, and what changed for time-to-insight and cost control once we scaled. The full Design and Simulation …

Lessons from a Bike Marshall: Year Three with the Chicago Marathon’s Women’s Wheelchair Division

Dawn at Grant Park starts quietly. You feel the air cool off the lake, hear the radios check in, and sense the focus settle in. Athletes scuttling like cattle to their respective corral, and the occasional lost tourist wondering where they need to be. As a bike marshal for the women’s wheelchair division, the work …

Contact

I am available and excited to offer my expertise and participation in any upcoming technology discussions, panels, podcasts, or roundtables. As an experienced professional in the field, I am confident in my ability to contribute valuable insights and perspectives to any conversation.

As a knowledgeable and passionate individual, I am available to participate in your technology-related event.  Please reach out to craighamill@gmail.com to discuss the details and explore how we can work together.