About Our Association
The IPMA is a not-for-profit organization registered as a 501(c)(6) Washington State Corporation. It has a total of 12 members on the Board of Directors, each serving a three-year term on a volunteer basis. There are no stockholders.
Our Board elects three corporate officers: a Board Chairman who also serves as the Corporation President, a Vice-Chairman, and a Secretary/Treasurer. Members of the Board of Directors do not receive any compensation for their services.
Our mission is to help maintain Washington State’s position as a nationally recognized, premier IT center. We accomplish this by continuing to advance the quality and professionalism of the state’s public sector and business IT community. We are dedicated to:
Our Board elects three corporate officers: a Board Chairman who also serves as the Corporation President, a Vice-Chairman, and a Secretary/Treasurer. Members of the Board of Directors do not receive any compensation for their services.
Our mission is to help maintain Washington State’s position as a nationally recognized, premier IT center. We accomplish this by continuing to advance the quality and professionalism of the state’s public sector and business IT community. We are dedicated to:
- Promoting professional networking opportunities among public sector IT professionals, business IT professionals, and IT industry leaders.
- Enhancing the IT community’s leadership, teamwork, collaboration, and communications across Washington State public sector agencies.
- Providing professional development opportunities for the state’s public sector IT and business IT leaders, managers, and technical staff that focus on:
- Developing and enhancing key IT skills through technical training.
- Expanding leadership and managerial competency.
- Providing visibility to new and emerging technologies.
- Collaborating with businesses on IT solutions.
- Sponsoring events that support the state’s emerging business issues.
How to Get Involved
Here are opportunities for engagement available to you:
Professional Development Events
Attend an upcoming in-person or virtual Professional Development (PD) event (click on 'Events' for details).
These cover a wide variety of current technical and leadership subjects.
We always welcome ideas for subjects that should be covered in future PD events!
Contact: Gary Duffield (ipma.events@ipma-wa.com)
Contact: Gary Duffield (ipma.events@ipma-wa.com)
FORUM
Attend the annual free FORUM in May.
This event features two keynote addresses, a series of seminars on topical subjects, and displays booths hosted by IPMA Sponsors (see 'Our Sponsors').
Contact: Gary Duffield (ipma.events@ipma-wa.com)
Contact: Gary Duffield (ipma.events@ipma-wa.com)
Executive Seminar
The Executive Seminar is an annual three-day event held in the fall, bringing together (by invitation) approximately 100 government IT executives and industry representatives to discuss topical issues.
Contact: Mace Maciejewski (mace@ipma-wa.com)
Contact: Mace Maciejewski (mace@ipma-wa.com)
Accessibility Matters Seminar
The Accessibility Matters Seminar is an annual two-day event focused on learning about the importance of accessibility and the best practices to improve accessibility in our work and customer service environments. It consists of presentations, demonstrations and peer discussions.
Contact: Gary Duffield (ipma.events@ipma-wa.com)
Leaderpath
LeaderPath is a six-month leadership development program including a day-long orientation and learning session, nine days in the classroom studying and practicing the tenants of successful leadership, a team assignment for all participants to address a leadership challenge (almost like a case study) and a team presentation to a large audience of senior leaders at the culmination of the program.
Included in the program is a 360-degree assessment for each participant and a private coaching session centered on the feedback report from the 360-degree assessment. You can find LeadPath materials here (including the application form).
Contact: Mace Maciejewski (mace@ipma-wa.com)
Included in the program is a 360-degree assessment for each participant and a private coaching session centered on the feedback report from the 360-degree assessment. You can find LeadPath materials here (including the application form).
Contact: Mace Maciejewski (mace@ipma-wa.com)
Board of Directors
Each year, an ad-hoc Election Committee seeks qualified candidates for open Board positions. If you are interested in serving on the Board, you are encouraged to express such interest at any time.
Contact: Mace Maciejewski (mace@ipma-wa.com)
Contact: Mace Maciejewski (mace@ipma-wa.com)
IPMA Sponsorship
Companies that become an IPMA sponsor are able to attend and potentially participate in IPMA events.
In addition, you will be able to attend 'Sponsor Connection Events' which provide an opportunity to hear from State IT Executives and to ask questions of IPMA board members on topics of your choosing.
Contact: Mace Maciejewski (mace@ipma-wa.com)
Contact: Mace Maciejewski (mace@ipma-wa.com)
Members of the Board
The Board holds a monthly meeting on the second Thursday of the month and holds an annual planning meeting. The current chair and members of the Board are listed below.
Mary Craig
Board Chair(Term Expires Nov. 2027)
WA Department of Services for the Blind
Chief Information Officer(360) 705-7601
mary.craig@dsb.wa.gov
Mary Craig has more than 20 years of experience supporting state agencies. She started providing computer and network support to a variety of state agencies in the 90’s. During this time, she managed network projects for the Department of Services for the Blind (DSB), where she became interested in hardware/software accessibility. Mary continued assisting DSB with Assistive Technology projects – supporting staff and client technology configurations – and joined the agency in 1999.
Mary believes in continually expanding her technical knowledge and skills. She holds a Certificate of Proficiency in Data Entry, the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification, the Western Washington University Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation Program Emerging Leaders Certification, and the University of Washington’s Project Management Certification.
Mary passionately advocates accessibility for all computer users – helping those with visual, hearing, and physical impairments maintain employment. Mary is extremely excited to provide the IPMA with the “Small Agency” perspective towards Information Technology subjects. One of her favorite quotes: “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller.
Mary believes in continually expanding her technical knowledge and skills. She holds a Certificate of Proficiency in Data Entry, the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer certification, the Western Washington University Center for Continuing Education in Rehabilitation Program Emerging Leaders Certification, and the University of Washington’s Project Management Certification.
Mary passionately advocates accessibility for all computer users – helping those with visual, hearing, and physical impairments maintain employment. Mary is extremely excited to provide the IPMA with the “Small Agency” perspective towards Information Technology subjects. One of her favorite quotes: “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller.
Susie Olsen
Secretary
(Term Expires Nov. 2028)
WA Department of Agriculture
Chief Information Officer
(360) 902-2077
susie.olsen@agr.wa.gov
Susie Olsen (formerly Fry) is the Chief Information Officer at the Washington State Department of Agriculture. She has over 25 years of leadership experience in an IT organization, 10 of those years in the public sector with the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries and the Washington State Department of Agriculture. Prior to joining the public sector, Susie spent two years with Alaska Airlines and nearly 15 years with the Frank Russell Company.
Her experience in both the private and public sectors brings a unique perspective to her current role. Susie “grew up” in IT through the Service Desk, starting out as a junior Help Desk Analyst, which has provided a wide breadth of experience and valuable insight, especially in her most recent role as CIO. Susie is also a proud alumnus of the IPMA LeaderPath Program (2018 Cohort).
Her experience in both the private and public sectors brings a unique perspective to her current role. Susie “grew up” in IT through the Service Desk, starting out as a junior Help Desk Analyst, which has provided a wide breadth of experience and valuable insight, especially in her most recent role as CIO. Susie is also a proud alumnus of the IPMA LeaderPath Program (2018 Cohort).
Greg Tudor
Board Member
(Term Expires Nov. 2027)
WA Recreation and Conservation Office
Chief Information Officer(360) 472-6830
greg.tudor@rco.wa.gov
Greg Tudor is the Chief Information Officer for two small state agencies, the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO.wa.gov) and the Puget Sound Partnership (PSP.wa.gov). He has over 36 years of enterprise geographic information and information technology experience in state and federal government – developing applications, administering systems, managing projects, developing public-private partnerships, administering databases, and managing IT. He worked on a wide variety of projects and topics, including regulatory, trust lands, rights of way, aquatic lands, land survey, records management, imagery, photogrammetry, LIDAR, elevation, hydrography, roads and trails, firefighting and incident response, salmon and ecosystem recovery, recreation, boating infrastructure, grant management, and the state HR IT Professional Structure. Greg spends his free time with family outdoors and volunteering with the Mountaineers leadership, climbing, skiing, and sea kayaking programs.
Starting as an intern at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in 1989, Greg developed and supports internship and mentoring programs to meet college, intern, staff, and organization needs. Greg graduated from IPMA LeaderPath program in the 2014 cohort, and he advocates for IT and organizational leadership development. Working now for two small state agencies, Greg shares IT investment portfolio, governance, security, compliance, internship, and leadership ideas with the small agencies CIO community, and served on the WaTech Advisory Council.
Greg earned a BA degree from Colgate University in physics/astronomy and Russian. He earned a Project Management Certificate and an MSE degree from the University of Washington in land information systems, land surveying, photogrammetry, and remote sensing. Greg is also a board-certified professional land surveyor registered in Washington State.
Starting as an intern at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) in 1989, Greg developed and supports internship and mentoring programs to meet college, intern, staff, and organization needs. Greg graduated from IPMA LeaderPath program in the 2014 cohort, and he advocates for IT and organizational leadership development. Working now for two small state agencies, Greg shares IT investment portfolio, governance, security, compliance, internship, and leadership ideas with the small agencies CIO community, and served on the WaTech Advisory Council.
Greg earned a BA degree from Colgate University in physics/astronomy and Russian. He earned a Project Management Certificate and an MSE degree from the University of Washington in land information systems, land surveying, photogrammetry, and remote sensing. Greg is also a board-certified professional land surveyor registered in Washington State.
Lisa Horne
Board Member (Term Expires Nov. 2026)
Department of Retirement Systems
IT Strategy & Portfolio Manager(360) 790-3385
lisa.horne@drs.wa.gov
Lisa Horne currently serves as the IT Strategy and Portfolio Manager for the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) Information Services Division (ISD). In this role, Lisa drives IT strategic management for DRS, leading IT portfolio management, IT policy and planning, vendor management, and IT budget management. As DRS modernizes its IT portfolio and advances its managed IT services strategy, including the implementation of new cloud-based line-of-business systems, Lisa leads the processes that clarify priorities, build technology roadmaps, and ensure IT services deliver measurable business value aligned with the agency's strategic direction.
Lisa oversees the Strategic Management Team, which supports vendor relationships and service level management, enterprise software licensing, IT purchasing and budget forecasting, performance and compliance management, and IT policy and standards development. Lisa has worked for the state of Washington since October 2009. Before that, Lisa served in the private sector in various IT roles.
Lisa holds a bachelor's degree in management information systems from Washington State University and a master's in business administration from Saint Martin's University. Lisa is an alumnus of the IPMA LeaderPath Program (2020 cohort) and has her Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification and ITIL 4 Certifications.
Lisa oversees the Strategic Management Team, which supports vendor relationships and service level management, enterprise software licensing, IT purchasing and budget forecasting, performance and compliance management, and IT policy and standards development. Lisa has worked for the state of Washington since October 2009. Before that, Lisa served in the private sector in various IT roles.
Lisa holds a bachelor's degree in management information systems from Washington State University and a master's in business administration from Saint Martin's University. Lisa is an alumnus of the IPMA LeaderPath Program (2020 cohort) and has her Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification and ITIL 4 Certifications.
George Williams
Board Member
(Term Expires Nov. 2028)
WA State Department of Licensing
Chief Information Officer(564) 250-6243
george.williams@dol.wa.gov
George Williams is the Chief Information Officer (CIO) of the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL). He has over 30 years of IT leadership experience, including over 25 years with the US Army and over 11 years in state service. He worked for the Dept of Natural Resources for five years in IT operations management and then moved to the WSLCB for six years, serving in both IT operations management and CIO roles. He joined DOL in April 2026.
The span of his career across military, civilian, and state work environments gives him a unique breadth of experience. He continually strives to learn and prioritizes coaching and mentorship within his teams. George is an alumnus of the IPMA LeaderPath program (2018 Cohort).
The span of his career across military, civilian, and state work environments gives him a unique breadth of experience. He continually strives to learn and prioritizes coaching and mentorship within his teams. George is an alumnus of the IPMA LeaderPath program (2018 Cohort).
DeLynn VanDriel
Board Member
(Term Expires Nov. 2028)
WA Department of Revenue
DeLynn VanDriel has 12 years of Washington State service across the Department of Health, the Legislature (LEG‑TECH), and the Department of Revenue. She served as a Director for the National Association of Legislative Information Technology (NALIT) with NCSL from 2019 to 2021. DeLynn has a depth of experience supporting high‑performing customer support teams in the private sector and, since moving into IT for Washington State, has worn numerous hats ranging from Project Manager to Customer Support Supervisor to IT Liaison.
She studied Business Management at Portland State University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology from Western Governors University.
Her work centers on developing a holistic, integrated view of mission, strategy, and operations, supported by a business architecture perspective that connects services, stakeholders, value chains, processes, and organizational structure into a clear picture of how the organization delivers value. DeLynn is passionate about strategic leadership, collaborative problem‑solving, and building strong, trusted relationships across teams. She has invested in ongoing development through SPSCC’s Leadership Certificate Program, is an alumnus of the LeaderPath Program (2025 Cohort), and will begin a Master’s program in Strategic Leadership, Fall 2026.
In her free time, she enjoys camping, paddleboarding, and adventuring throughout the PNW with her family.
Kristy Schreiner
Vice Chair
(Term Expires Nov. 2026)
WA Department of Ecology
Kristy Schreiner currently serves as the Business Technology and Operations Section Manager for the Department of Ecology’s Information Technology Services Office (ITSO). In this role, Kristy leads a team that supports ITSO in the following areas: budget, procurement, software/hardware license management, communications, project and portfolio management, and legislative and policy.
Kristy has worked for the state of Washington since April 2012, shortly after she and her family moved to Washington. Prior to that, Kristy served in various roles in the private sector while her husband served in the US Navy.
Kristy holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Delaware Valley University and a master’s in business administration from DeSales University. Kristy is an alumnus of the IPMA LeaderPath Program (2020 cohort) and holds certifications from Prosci in Change Management and from the Barkley Group in Business Relationship Management.
Kristy has worked for the state of Washington since April 2012, shortly after she and her family moved to Washington. Prior to that, Kristy served in various roles in the private sector while her husband served in the US Navy.
Kristy holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Delaware Valley University and a master’s in business administration from DeSales University. Kristy is an alumnus of the IPMA LeaderPath Program (2020 cohort) and holds certifications from Prosci in Change Management and from the Barkley Group in Business Relationship Management.
Morgan McLemore
Treasurer
(Term Expires Nov. 2026)
Archeology & Historic Preservation
Deputy Director, Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer, and Chief Information Officer(360) 586-3065
morgan.mclemore@dahp.wa.gov
Morgan McLemore serves as the Deputy Director, Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer, and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) where she works to promote the protection of Washington State’s precious cultural resources, and enhance the IT community’s leadership, teamwork, collaboration, and communications across Washington State public sector agencies.
With more than two decades of experience in public service, Morgan leads strategic IT planning, regulatory compliance, and enterprise systems management to support the agency’s mission of protecting Washington’s cultural and historic resources.
She has led several transformative projects, including full software and server upgrades to DAHP’s flagship WISAARD application, which delivers cultural resource data to thousands of stakeholders. Most recently, she provided project management and oversight for the development and deployment of the state’s new Unreinforced Masonry (URM) Portal—integrating FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program with WaTech’s Innovation Fund to support statewide seismic risk reduction efforts through cross-agency collaboration.
Morgan’s leadership continues to elevate the voice of small agencies in enterprise governance through roles on the WaTech Advisory Council, Enterprise Strategic Goal Teams, the Service Catalog Advisory Group, and as Chair of the Small Agency Quarterly CIO Roundtable.
Morgan holds a Master of Science in Information Technology Management from Western Governors University, a GIS/T Certificate from the University of Southern California, a Project Management Certificate from the University of Washington, and dual B.A. degrees in Anthropology and Spanish from Washington State University.
Her core values include a deep dedication to historic preservation and cultural resource protection, a lifelong commitment to public service, and a belief in responsible stewardship on behalf of the people of Washington State.
With more than two decades of experience in public service, Morgan leads strategic IT planning, regulatory compliance, and enterprise systems management to support the agency’s mission of protecting Washington’s cultural and historic resources.
She has led several transformative projects, including full software and server upgrades to DAHP’s flagship WISAARD application, which delivers cultural resource data to thousands of stakeholders. Most recently, she provided project management and oversight for the development and deployment of the state’s new Unreinforced Masonry (URM) Portal—integrating FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program with WaTech’s Innovation Fund to support statewide seismic risk reduction efforts through cross-agency collaboration.
Morgan’s leadership continues to elevate the voice of small agencies in enterprise governance through roles on the WaTech Advisory Council, Enterprise Strategic Goal Teams, the Service Catalog Advisory Group, and as Chair of the Small Agency Quarterly CIO Roundtable.
Morgan holds a Master of Science in Information Technology Management from Western Governors University, a GIS/T Certificate from the University of Southern California, a Project Management Certificate from the University of Washington, and dual B.A. degrees in Anthropology and Spanish from Washington State University.
Her core values include a deep dedication to historic preservation and cultural resource protection, a lifelong commitment to public service, and a belief in responsible stewardship on behalf of the people of Washington State.
Matt Oram
Board Member
(Term Expires Nov. 2026)
WA Department of Fish & Wildlife
Chief Information Officer(360) 902-2200
matthew.oram@dfw.wa.gov
Matthew Oram graduated from Seattle University in 2006 with a degree in Philosophy. He worked eight years for an international online registration company, starting out as customer support, and continually took job growth opportunities and training until becoming a Sr. Operations Engineer running multiple teams, multiple data centers, and a portfolio that processed on average $5M in transactions daily.
Matt started working for Washington State in 2014 at the Department of Fish & Wildlife and was brought on to replace the aging licensing system. Through incident management of the 2017 WILD data breach and the successful launch of the licensing system, Matt was promoted to Deputy Chief Information Officer in March 2017. In July 2017, Matt became the Chief Information Officer for the Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Between April and August of 2021, Matt took a temporary leave from DFW to be the Acting Deputy Director of Technology and Operations at WaTech to help provide executive leadership while the state recruited a new State CIO.
Matt started working for Washington State in 2014 at the Department of Fish & Wildlife and was brought on to replace the aging licensing system. Through incident management of the 2017 WILD data breach and the successful launch of the licensing system, Matt was promoted to Deputy Chief Information Officer in March 2017. In July 2017, Matt became the Chief Information Officer for the Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Between April and August of 2021, Matt took a temporary leave from DFW to be the Acting Deputy Director of Technology and Operations at WaTech to help provide executive leadership while the state recruited a new State CIO.
Mark Quimby
Board Member
(Term Expires Nov. 2027)
Washington Technology Solutions
Deputy Director of Technology & Operations
(360) 252-9900
mark.quimby@watech.wa.gov
Mark Quimby is the Deputy Director of Technology & Operations for Washington Technology Solutions (WaTech). In this role, he leads the strategic development and implementation of integrated voice, video, and data communication services. Since 2014, he has held several leadership positions with WaTech, including Assistant Director for Network Services, Enterprise Data Network Manager, and Disaster Recovery Architect for the agency.
Governor Inslee appointed Mark Quimby as acting State CIO and Director for WaTech in March 2021 when James Weaver, who served as director since 2018, resigned. Mark led the agency through July 2021, driving the agency forward with a focus on continuous improvement.
Prior to his work at WaTech, Quimby worked at the Washington State Department of Corrections for 15 years, where he managed the agency’s technology and infrastructure.
Quimby earned his bachelor’s degree in computer science and business management from The Evergreen State College. He holds four associate degrees in database management, computer programming, network administration, and information systems technology.
Governor Inslee appointed Mark Quimby as acting State CIO and Director for WaTech in March 2021 when James Weaver, who served as director since 2018, resigned. Mark led the agency through July 2021, driving the agency forward with a focus on continuous improvement.
Prior to his work at WaTech, Quimby worked at the Washington State Department of Corrections for 15 years, where he managed the agency’s technology and infrastructure.
Quimby earned his bachelor’s degree in computer science and business management from The Evergreen State College. He holds four associate degrees in database management, computer programming, network administration, and information systems technology.
Sayee Vaitheesvaran
Board Member(Term Expires Nov. 2027)
WA State Gambling Commission
CIO & Director of Technology(360) 486-3480
sayee.vaitheesvaran@wsgc.wa.gov
Sayee Vaitheesvaran brings 27 years of technology and leadership experience in both private and government. He is the CIO and Director of Technology at the Washington State Gambling Commission.Sayee has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in computer science and an MBA from the University of Washington, Foster School of Business. He is also a certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
Among other past employers, Sayee worked for the Employment Security Department, Department of Transportation (WA State Agencies), Chempoint.com in Bellevue (Startup Company), Univar, and Walmart.
Sayee has played multiple roles as a Programmer, Project Manager, Product Manager, Director, Consultant, and now as the Chief Information Officer (CIO).
Among other past employers, Sayee worked for the Employment Security Department, Department of Transportation (WA State Agencies), Chempoint.com in Bellevue (Startup Company), Univar, and Walmart.
Sayee has played multiple roles as a Programmer, Project Manager, Product Manager, Director, Consultant, and now as the Chief Information Officer (CIO).
Board Committees
The members of the Board committees are presented below.
Accessibility Matters
Mary Craig (Chair), Morgan McLemore (Vice-Chair), Sayee Vaitheesveran (Communications), Greg Tudor, DeLynn VanDriel, George Williams.
Executive Seminar
Mark Quimby (Chair), Susie Olsen (Vice-Chair), Kristy Schreiner (Communications), Chris Lamb, Lisa Horne, Matthew Oram, DeLynn VanDriel.
Forum
Morgan McLemore (Chair), Mary Craig (Vice-Chair), Matthew Oram, Chris Lamb, Sayee Vaitheesveran, George Williams.
LeaderPath for IT Managers
Chris Lamb (Chair), Lisa Horne (Vice-Chair), Greg Tudor (Communications), Kristy Schreiner, Susie Olsen, Mark Quimby.
Outreach & Recruitment
Matthew Oram (Chair), Sayee Vaitheesveran (Vice-Chair), George Williams, Mark Quimby.
Professional Development
Lisa Horne (Chair), Kristy Schreiner (Vice-Chair), DeLynn VanDriel (Communications), Susie Olsen, Greg Tudor.
Board Support Positions
Chief Operating Officer: Gary "Mace" Maciejewski Events Coordinator: Gary Duffield