About Rent a CIO
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Michael Issaev, the principal at Rent a CIO, possesses over 25 years of experience as a strategy-minded technology change agent.
Throughout his career, Michael has held numerous CIO and CTO roles in companies varying in size, from small enterprises to multi-billion-dollar global corporations.
Michael successfully led significant technological changes in his previous engagements, notably aligning IT with business strategies and introducing modern technologies such as artificial intelligence, automation, business intelligence, mobile, web, and social networking. He has managed technology aspects in mergers and acquisitions and has directed multiple IT programs and strategic initiatives, enhancing efficiency and customer service. Michael is renowned for developing high-performing IT teams focused on professional growth and delivering robust results.
Michael plays an active role in the technology community. He was a finalist for the IT Leader of the Year at the ComputerWorld Canada Leadership Awards. He holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Science.
For more information on Michael’s successes with helping businesses achieve their strategic goals, visit our Success Stories page.
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Testimonials
Michael combines a very practical business understanding with his IT knowledge to bring value quickly to business challenges. And Michael's interpersonal skills are a real asset, helping build and manage teams to get work done and improve processes and skills.
Andy Canham
President, SAP Canada
Michael Issaev makes great things happen, bringing a keen eye to the big picture and to the relevant details when approaching any project. His investment in his team and the IT elements of our business carries on well after his departure - a legacy of huge professionalism and talent.
Debra D. Kerby
President & CEO, The Learning Partnership (Canada)