Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Mark Hernandez is an accomplished Chief Technology Officer with extensive experience leading digital transformation and technology strategy in the real estate and construction industries. He is recognized for his expertise in aligning technology initiatives with business objectives to drive operational efficiency, enhance customer experience, and foster innovation.
Current Role
As the Chief Technology Officer at Welltower™ Inc. (NYSE:WELL), Mark is responsible for overseeing the company's technology roadmap, infrastructure management, and digital innovation. He plays a pivotal role in leveraging emerging technologies to modernize Welltower's platform, improve data-driven decision-making, and enhance the company's competitive edge in the healthcare real estate sector.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Mark served as the Chief Transformation & Information Officer (CTO & CIO) at Incora, where he spearheaded the integration of technology systems and processes following a major merger. He also held the position of Global Chief Information Officer at Incora, leading the company's digital transformation initiatives and driving the implementation of cloud-based solutions to improve operational agility and scalability.
Earlier in his career, Mark held various leadership roles at Zachry Group, including Director of Enterprise Infrastructure & Operations and Director of IT Infrastructure, where he successfully streamlined IT operations, modernized the technology stack, and implemented robust cybersecurity measures. He also gained valuable experience in the IT outsourcing industry, serving in technical and managerial roles at Xerox and Hewlett Packard Enterprise.
Academic Background
Mark holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Texas at San Antonio, where he graduated with honors.
Areas of Expertise
- Technology strategy and digital transformation
- Enterprise infrastructure and cloud migration
- Cybersecurity and risk management
- Data-driven decision-making and business intelligence
- Mergers and acquisitions integration
- Operational excellence and process optimization
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Mark has demonstrated a track record of driving successful technology initiatives that have delivered tangible business results. At Incora, he led the implementation of a unified enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which streamlined operations and improved visibility across the organization. At Zachry Group, he spearheaded the migration to a cloud-based IT infrastructure, resulting in increased agility, cost savings, and enhanced security.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, strategic mindset, and proven ability to align technology with business objectives, Mark Hernandez is well-positioned to continue driving innovation and digital transformation as the Chief Technology Officer at Welltower™ Inc. His passion for leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and deliver exceptional customer experiences makes him a valuable asset to the organization.
