The Temple University IT Innovator, Leader, and Distinguished Alumni awards are awarded as part of the annual IT Awards. A committee comprising of the IBIT advisory board and previous recipients nominates and selects individuals for the awards.
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Jeff Hamilton
Chief Information Officer
Teva Pharmaceuticals
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY LEADER AWARD
Given annually to a person or persons for leadership in the use and development of IT in business.
![Chris Wink](https://ibit.temple.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Chris-Wink.png)
Chris Wink
Cofounder and Chief Executive Officer
Technical.ly
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INNOVATOR AWARD
Given annually to a person or persons for innovation in applying IT to create business opportunity.
![Fran Geatens](https://ibit.temple.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Fran-Geatens-Headshot-806x1024.jpg)
Fran Geatens
Vice President, Technology Infrastructure,
Operations & Experience, Merck
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AWARD FOR DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI
Given to a person to recognize a distinguished career in IT and their contribution to the community, industry, or Temple University.