Rick Blanco
Deputy Executive Commissioner, Information Technology & Chief Information Officer
Twenty (20) year Visionary IT leader with a track record for defining, building and optimizing best-in-class enterprise technology strategies that reduce costs, improve proficiency, support organizational goals and maximize the technology investment. Highly valued servant leader at the top management level with a “ team first” mentality.
Ep.106 From Networking Admin to CIO of Texas HHS w/ Rick Blanco, CIO, Texas Health & Human Services
In this episode, we chat with Rick Blanco, CIO at Texas Health & Human Services. Rick discussed the impactful efforts of hiring veterans and the importance of a mission-driven workforce. He shared his journey from a networking admin to CIO, emphasizing the value of seizing opportunities. Rick also talked about the art of storytelling in securing funding with the state legislature and building strong relationships. His passion for fly fishing and ranching added a personal touch to the conversati…