Director of Pitt's Computing Services and Systems Development Named 2010 "Computerworld" Premier 100 Award Honoree

PITTSBURGH-Jinx Walton, director of Computing Services and Systems Development (CSSD) at University of Pittsburgh, was named a 2010 "Computerworld" Premier 100 award honoree as one of "100 men and women who are driving positive change in their businesses through technology," according to an announcement from "Computerworld."

Walton was selected for "displaying exceptional technology leadership, fostering ideas and a creative work environment, and effectively managing IT strategies" at Pitt, according to a congratulatory letter from "Computerworld."

Honorees were featured in the Premier 100 issue of International Data Group's (IDG) "Computerworld" on Dec. 7; they will receive their awards at a ceremony on March 9, 2010, during the Premier 100 IT Leaders Conference in Phoenix, Ariz.

"The Premier 100 awards program shines a spotlight on the best of IT leadership and innovation," said Scot Finnie, editor in chief of "Computerworld." "Despite a tough economy, these senior IT leaders are seizing this rare moment to steer measured growth, embark on innovative pilots, and build loyalty in their most-valued workers. We're pleased to honor the achievements of these 100 men and women who epitomize calm and steady IT leadership."

Pitt and Walton also were honored by "Computerworld" in 2009 with Laureates from the "Computerworld" Honors Program for Pitt's computer labs, Emergency Notification System, and Application Virtualization for Effective Software Delivery project.

The Premier 100 was first created in 2000 to spotlight individuals who manage internal IT organizations, mentor and motivate their IT teams and business colleagues, create a positive work environment, envision innovative solutions to business challenges, and effectively manage and execute IT strategies. Each year, nominees are invited to complete a survey that addresses their background, experience, and attitude toward risk and innovation. The 100 honorees are selected by comparing the data gathered from the surveys with "Computerworld's" IT Leader Index. Information on previous honorees can be viewed at: www.computerworld.com/s/article/9065479/Premier_100_IT_Leaders.

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