CIO Advisory & AI Transformation Partner
Strategic technology leadership without the overhead. We help $10M+ enterprises accelerate growth through AI transformation, digital excellence, and CIO expertise.
- $300M+
- Portfolio Value Protected
- 40+
- AI Implementations
- 25+
- Digital Transformations
- 25+
- Years Experience
Comprehensive Technology Leadership Services
Strategic technology expertise across all areas of enterprise IT, from AI implementation to cybersecurity, M&A due diligence to cost optimization.
Fractional & Advisory CIO Services
Provide executive-level technology leadership on a part-time or project basis. Guide organizations through IT strategy, governance, budgeting, and vendor management. Support CEOs, boards, and investors with insight into how technology can drive enterprise value.
- Executive-level technology leadership
- IT strategy and governance
- Technology budgeting and planning
- Vendor management and negotiations
- Board-level technology reporting
AI Strategy & Implementation
Help companies identify practical, high-value use cases for AI across operations, customer engagement, and decision-making. Design and implement AI roadmaps aligned with business goals.
- AI use case identification and prioritization
- AI roadmap design and implementation
- Responsible AI governance frameworks
- Data strategy for AI initiatives
- AI compliance and risk management
Digital Transformation Leadership
Lead modernization of legacy systems and migration to cloud-first architectures. Drive enterprise-wide adoption of emerging technologies with measurable, scalable, and ROI-driven outcomes.
- Legacy system modernization
- Cloud-first architecture migration
- Technology adoption strategies
- Change management for digital initiatives
- ROI measurement and optimization
M&A Technology Due Diligence & Integration
Assess technology risks and opportunities during acquisitions for private equity and corporate buyers. Lead post-merger integration to align systems, processes, and people quickly and effectively.
- Technology due diligence assessments
- IT infrastructure evaluation
- Cybersecurity posture analysis
- Post-merger system integration
- Technology synergy identification
Cybersecurity & Risk Management
Develop cybersecurity strategies tailored to evolving threats and regulatory requirements. Provide board-level risk assessments to safeguard digital assets and reputation.
- Cybersecurity strategy development
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Compliance framework implementation
- Incident response planning
- Security awareness training programs
IT Optimization & Cost Management
Identify opportunities to reduce IT spend while improving performance. Streamline vendor contracts, licensing, and technology investments with established IT metrics and KPIs.
- IT cost analysis and optimization
- Vendor contract negotiations
- Technology license management
- Performance metrics and KPIs
- IT budget planning and forecasting
Proven Results That Matter
Real outcomes from strategic technology leadership across diverse industries and complex challenges.
AI Transformation with Measurable ROI
Deployed enterprise AI solutions (chatbots, automation, executive AI analytics) that cut costs 50%, improved forecasting accuracy 20%, and scaled to thousands of secure users. Positions you as the partner who makes AI safe, strategic, and profitable.
Enterprise Growth & M&A Integration
Led 25+ seamless post-merger integrations and scaled IT to support 5X company growth with no business disruption. Shows you can handle complex growth and PE-backed scaling — a board-level priority.
Cost & Efficiency Optimization
Delivered $12M+ in cost savings through cloud migration, automation, and IT rationalization. You prove technology can be a profit driver, not a cost center.
Ready to achieve similar results for your organization?
Discuss Your Technology GoalsLeadership Experience
Led Technology for $300M Enterprises • Scaled Global Teams • Fractional CIO to Fortune 500
Jeff Childers, CISSP
Jeff brings over 25 years of executive technology leadership to organizations requiring strategic guidance without full-time CIO commitment. His expertise spans AI strategy, digital transformation, and enterprise technology initiatives that drive measurable business value.
From Vice President of Application Development at Datastream to executive roles spanning Fortune 500 enterprises, Jeff has consistently delivered strategic technology transformations supporting rapid business growth and operational excellence across manufacturing, energy, financial services, and technology sectors.
As founder of Reliasys Solutions and through executive positions at Flexential and Foxfire, Jeff refined his ability to translate complex business requirements into actionable technology strategies while managing enterprise-scale portfolios and leading high-performing technical teams.
Core Expertise
- • AI Strategy & Implementation
- • M&A Technology Integration
- • Enterprise Cloud Architecture
- • Cybersecurity Governance
Education & Certification
- • BS Computer Engineering, Clemson
- • CISSP Certification
- • Greenville, SC
Strategic Focus
We align technology initiatives with business objectives to drive measurable value and competitive advantage.
Executive Partnership
Our fractional CIO model provides senior-level expertise without the full-time executive cost.
Proven Results
Track record of successful digital transformations, cost optimizations, and technology implementations.
Practical Implementation
We focus on actionable strategies and practical solutions that deliver real business outcomes.
Your Strategic Technology Partner
Koda Advisors brings executive-level technology leadership to organizations that need strategic guidance without the commitment of a full-time CIO. Our team combines deep technical expertise with business acumen to drive meaningful technology outcomes.
- Fractional CIO Model
- Get senior technology leadership when you need it, scaled to your organization's requirements and budget.
- Industry Expertise
- Experience across multiple industries including healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and technology.
- Measurable Outcomes
- Focus on ROI-driven initiatives with clear metrics and accountability for technology investments.
Ready to Transform Your Technology Strategy?
Schedule a consultation to discuss how Koda Advisors can provide the strategic technology leadership your organization needs to thrive.
Get in Touch
Contact us to discuss your technology challenges and explore how our fractional CIO services can help drive your organization forward.