Terrence Woods, Chief Information Officer for the State of Oregon, is proud to share that Kathryn Darnall Helms, Oregon Chief Data Officer, was selected as a recipient of the 2024 National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) State Technology Innovator Awards. This recognition honors outstanding individual contributions to advance state technology through the promotion of best practices, adoption of new technologies and advancements in service delivery. This award was publicly announced during the NASCIO Annual Conference held Sept. 30 – Oct. 2, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Darnall Helms’ work has focused on data equity and is a testament to the collaborative efforts between government and community, making it a foundation of Oregon’s data strategy. The work has been instrumental in using data to drive people-first initiatives and ensure equitable digital advancements. Darnall Helms collaborates with the Governor’s office on emergency sheltering and rehousing to address homelessness and supports AI governance through the Oregon AI Advisory Council. Nationally, she promotes inclusive data practices through the State CDO Network and the Equity in Practice Learning Community, highlighting the transformative power of equitable data usage in government.
Links:
- National Association of State Chief Information Officers: Home - NASCIO
- Award Press Release: NASCIO Honors Three Public Servants with State Technology Innovator Award - NASCIO
