Lena Symons
About Lena Symons
Lena Symons is the VP of Chief Data Officer at CoreSite in Miami, Florida, overseeing global IT strategy, operations, and security.
Role at CoreSite
Lena Symons is the VP of Chief Data Officer at CoreSite in Miami, Florida, United States. In this role, she oversees global IT strategy, operations, and security for the company. CoreSite is a leading provider of secure and reliable data center solutions. Lena spearheads initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of IT operations, implementing cloud-based solutions, optimizing energy consumption, and adopting green IT practices.
Previous Experience at Equinix
Prior to joining CoreSite, Lena Symons worked at Equinix as the Head of Information Systems and Vice President IS from 2017 to 2020. During her tenure at Equinix, she was responsible for managing the company's information systems and overseeing a team of IT professionals. Her role involved fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence within the team.
Director of IT Shared Services Solutions at American Tower
Lena Symons served as the Director of IT Shared Services Solutions at American Tower from 2012 to 2017. In this position, she led IT initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency and performance of the company's IT infrastructure and services. Her responsibilities included optimizing IT shared services and ensuring their alignment with the strategic goals of the organization.
Senior Director of Information Systems at Oracle
From 2007 to 2012, Lena Symons held the role of Senior Director of Information Systems at Oracle in Sunrise, Florida. Her role involved managing the company's information systems and contributing to the development and implementation of IT strategies. Her expertise in IT services and computer programming was critical in optimizing the performance and efficiency of Oracle's IT infrastructure.
Education and Expertise
Lena Symons studied Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management at Wharton Executive Education and achieved a Master of Computer Applications (MCA). Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in IT services, sustainable IT, and computer programming. She continuously seeks to learn new technologies and best practices, sharing insights and expertise with others in the field.