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Cynthia (Cindy) Stoddard is the Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Intel, where she leads the company's IT team as a globally recognized digital and AI transformation leader. With more than three decades of experience driving technology strategy at Fortune 500 enterprises, Stoddard is focused on building strong internal AI capabilities, modernizing core systems, and strengthening IT as a strategic foundation for Intel's transformation and future growth.
Who is the CIO of Intel?
Before becoming the Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer at Intel, Cynthia (Cindy) Stoddard held several key positions that shaped her expertise in IT and digital transformation. She served as SVP & CIO at Adobe, where she guided global IT, cloud operations, and service management to enable always-on platforms, modernize enterprise architecture, accelerate AI adoption, and deliver personalized employee experiences. She earned multiple CIO 100 Awards for initiatives that improved efficiency, innovation, and customer outcomes. Prior to Adobe, she held CIO and senior leadership positions at NetApp, Safeway, and APL, leading technology transformations, M&A integrations, and operational turnarounds across industries including high tech, retail, logistics, and manufacturing.
Stoddard is recognized among Forbes' 50 Over 50, Top 10 CIOs in North America, and Top 10 Women in Technology. Her career is defined by a commitment to digital and AI transformation, scalable operating models, and developing the next generation of technology leaders.
Work History
Cynthia (Cindy) Stoddard's extensive career spans several decades and includes a variety of influential roles across the technology industry. Here is a detailed list of her work history:
- Intel - Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer (December 2025 - Present)
- Zylo - Board Member (April 2020 - Present)
- Adobe - Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer (June 2016 - August 2025)
- Emery Worldwide, A CNF Company - Director (October 1981 - October 1997)
Education History
Cynthia (Cindy) Stoddard's educational background provided a strong foundation for her career in technology leadership and enterprise transformation. She studied Business Administration, Management and Operations at Marylhurst University, building the strategic and operational acumen that has guided her work across Fortune 500 organizations for more than three decades.
When did Cynthia (Cindy) Stoddard join Intel?
Cynthia (Cindy) Stoddard assumed the role of Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer at Intel in December 2025. In this capacity, she is focused on building strong internal AI capabilities, modernizing core systems, and positioning IT as a strategic driver of Intel's broader transformation and growth.
