Global provider of end-to-end enterprise software support, products and services, premier third-party support provider for Oracle and SAP software, and partnered with Salesforce and AWS Partners Rimini Street, Inc. announced the appointment of Gertrude ‘Trude’ Van Horn as executive vice president and chief information officer. As CIO of Rimini Street, Van Horn will be responsible for the vision, direction and professional execution of the global IT and security sector growth strategy.
Van Horn is an accomplished and well-known CIO with decades of global IT leadership experience at public and private companies across a variety of industries, including financial services, manufacturing and retail. Van Horn brings extensive technical expertise, having held senior positions at American Express, JP Morgan, Jo-Ann Stores, Office Depot, Haggar Clothing Company and Victoria’s Secret.
From Rimini Street customers and advocates to Rimini Street CIO
Prior to being appointed CIO, Van Horn served as senior vice president and chief information officer at NCH Corporation, leading the implementation of a series of key measures to transform its IT infrastructure and improve business processes. , promoting innovation among multi-billion dollar companies.
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“I first contacted Rimini Street in 2013 and was immediately impressed by their expertise, quality resources and commitment to NCH’s success and satisfaction,” said Van Horn. “Rimini Street has been an excellent partner to work with over the years.” Partner, I’m excited to transition from client to CIO and take on this new challenge.”
She added, “As Rimini Street’s CIO, I’m excited to share my experience with other business leaders who are looking for a true IT partner to help them achieve their growth and profitability goals.”
Leading Rimini Street’s next-generation IT vision
Seth Ravin, President and CEO of Rimini Street, said: “There is no doubt that superior IT vision and outstanding execution are keys to the company’s success in terms of professional capabilities and speed of execution. Trude has deep experience and excellent history of leading technology transformation. The record will be a valuable asset to our company.”
SOURCE: Businesswire