Carl Blake
About Carl Blake
Carl Blake serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at IANS, having previously held the same position at EMIS Insights for six years. He has a background in computer science and engineering, with extensive experience in web application architecture and cloud migration.
Current Role at IANS
Carl Blake serves as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at IANS, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he transitioned into a leadership capacity within a company recognized for its expertise in the cybersecurity sector. His responsibilities include overseeing technology strategy and implementation, ensuring that IANS remains at the forefront of industry advancements.
Previous Experience at EMIS Insights
Prior to joining IANS, Carl Blake worked at EMIS Insights for a total of 12 years, holding various positions including CTO, Architect & Director of Technology, and Architect & Global Development Manager. His tenure at EMIS Insights spanned from 2000 to 2018, during which he led a global team of 50 engineers and was instrumental in implementing multilingual faceted search capabilities and advocating for open-source platforms and AWS cloud infrastructure.
Educational Background
Carl Blake studied at Carnegie Mellon University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering. He also attended Punahou School, contributing to his foundational education before pursuing higher studies in computer science and engineering.
Technical Expertise and Leadership
Carl Blake has extensive experience in orchestrating web application architecture projects and leading product development and IT infrastructure initiatives. He has a strong focus on Agile development, SaaS solutions, and cloud migration, having played a key role in the seamless transition of EMIS's systems to the cloud. His technical expertise is complemented by his leadership experience across multiple countries.
International Experience
Before his extensive career at EMIS Insights, Carl Blake worked in Central and Eastern Europe for ISI Emerging Markets, an early-stage startup that was later acquired by Euromoney Institutional Investor. His work in this region contributed to his diverse professional background and understanding of global technology markets.