Denise Acosta Musselwhite

Denise Musselwhite is a highly regarded technology professional with an extensive background in senior leadership across diverse sectors, including education, technology, non-profits, and legal, spanning over two decades. She stands out as one of the rare Latina women globally to have held Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Board Chair positions, a distinction shared by only 5% of professionals worldwide. Denise is recognized as a catalyst for transformative change and brings specialized expertise in tech talent management, aiding organizations in retention, growth, and attraction.

As the visionary founder of Tech & Thrive, Denise has dedicated her career to empowering and propelling diverse technology professionals within the industry. Her innovative T.H.R.I.V.E. operating system forms the foundation of personalized development plans, delivered through tailored consulting, one-on-one, and group coaching programs. Recently, Denise furthered her influence by serving as a contributing author to Leadership Principles for Independent School Technologists, published by the Association of Technology Leaders in Independent Schools, highlighting her commitment to advancing educational technology leadership.

Denise's educational qualifications include a B.S. in Information Technology Management and an M.S. in Leadership. She holds professional certifications in executive leadership coaching at the mastery level, self-optimization, board leadership, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Her impact extends to creating, instructing, and establishing operational and professional leadership and management standards. Denise collaborates closely with organizations, serving as a strategic partner and coach in the development, and facilitation of strategies and processes that elevate both human and operational performance and growth.