Kimberly Greene Starks is a technologist and visionary leader in technology strategy, architecture, and infrastructure. She is a thought leader certified architect, inventor, speaker, and educator who has received multiple honors and awards for her innovative and impactful work. With more than 70 patents in Hybrid Cloud, 5G, Big Data and Artificial Intelligence she's on a mission to put tech to work to accelerate discoveries to improve communities.As the Executive Director of Digital Strategies & Transformation at Vanderbilt University, she leverages her expertise in emerging technologies, hybrid cloud, and research to dare to grow the university and the community. She is passionate about making a positive difference in Nashville, the region, and the world, and empowering the next generation of leaders and changemakers.