Joe Pugh
About Joe Pugh
Joe Pugh is an accomplished IT executive with extensive experience in local government, known for leading Chesterfield County to top finishes in the NACo digital counties survey and managing multiple technical teams.
Executive Vice President Joe Pugh
Joe Pugh serves as the Executive Vice President, leveraging his extensive leadership background and innovative approach to drive organizational success. His career is marked by key roles in both public and private sectors, where he has consistently demonstrated the ability to lead technical teams and implement cutting-edge technologies.
Joe Pugh's Role as Former Deputy CIO for Chesterfield County
As the Former Deputy CIO for Chesterfield County, Joe Pugh played a pivotal role in driving digital transformation. He helped the county achieve a top 10 finish in the NACo digital counties survey for ten consecutive years, finishing first three times. His responsibilities included managing teams across various technical domains and ensuring the secure, cost-effective deployment of cloud initiatives.
Leadership Experience in Technology and Innovation
Joe Pugh has extensive experience in leadership, particularly in building and managing technical teams. His expertise spans Enterprise Architecture, Application Development, Customer Relationship Management, Portfolio Management, GIS, eGovernment Services, and Data & Analytics. He has a proven track record of collaborating with business units to plan and budget for large-scale technology initiatives.
Career at Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
From 1999 to 2012, Joe Pugh served as the IT assistant director at VDOT. During his tenure, he led the data management and enterprise application development teams, earning recognition through the commissioner’s award for excellence for his work on the asset management system. His teams also received numerous COVITS awards, highlighting their innovative contributions.
Joe Pugh's Contributions to Microsoft Cloud Forum and Client Advisory Boards
In 2017, Joe Pugh was a guest speaker at the Microsoft Cloud Forum for the Federal government, where he shared innovative local government solutions using Microsoft Dynamics. His presentation was prominently featured in the keynote address. Additionally, he has served on the client advisory boards for Microsoft Dynamics and CivicPlus, contributing valuable insights and feedback.