Chuck Adkins

Chuck Adkins is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).12 Here are some key details about his background and role:

Professional Experience

Chuck Adkins has over 25 years of experience in Cyber and IT.3 His current positions include:

• Chief Information Officer at NYSE (since March 2023)3
• Senior Vice President, Information Technology at Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) (since October 2021)3

Prior to his current roles, he held several positions at ICE, including:

• Vice President, Information Technology (October 2013 - Present)3
• Senior Director, Information Security (May 2002 - October 2013)3

Responsibilities

As CIO at NYSE, Chuck Adkins is responsible for:

• Overseeing information technology systems, including end-user computing, collaboration tools, IT service management, enterprise ITIL policies and workflows, telephony, video conferencing, application performance monitoring, and enterprise-wide cybersecurity tools1
• Leading the Innovation program across Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) and its portfolio companies2
• Playing a key role in ICE M&A integrations, ensuring secure and efficient post-acquisition operations1

Education

Chuck Adkins holds the following degrees:

• BS in Electrical Engineering from Clemson University (1995-1998)3
• BS in Physics from the College of Charleston (1992-1995)3
• MBA from Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business (2006-2008)3

Recent Initiatives

Adkins has been involved in several recent initiatives at NYSE:

• Organizing and participating in AI hackathons focused on enterprise solutions2
• Leading the NYSE Tech Summit in San Francisco, which brings together technology leaders to discuss innovation and industry trends4
• Establishing the NYSE Tech Council, a group of CIOs and CISOs from NYSE-listed companies to discuss current technology trends and challenges4

Chuck Adkins is known for his focus on practical applications of AI in the financial sector and his commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation within the industry.2