NASCIO Honors Utah CIO for Exceptional Service in State Government

To spotlight outstanding service, NASCIO created the Meritorious Service Award, honoring leadership in state government and dedication to the advancement of NASCIO's mission. The association’s achievements have largely been the product of the enthusiasm, focus and dedicated service of its members, and in turn, this commitment to excellence has served as a catalyst to redefine the role of technology at the federal, state and local levels.

“The State of Utah is grateful for the exceptional service Steve Fletcher has rendered our agencies and our citizens,” said Utah Gov. Gary R. Herbert. “In a time of monumental transition and the redefinition of enterprise level IT services, Steve demonstrated visionary leadership, a steady hand, and an unflagging commitment to principles of good governance and sound fiscal management.”

Jeff C. Herring, executive director of the state of Utah Department of Human Resource Management said, “Steve Fletcher is second to none when it comes to his understanding of information system alignment within organizations. It is rare that you find an individual who not only understands the technical systems but also can integrate them with public policy and the human systems. Steve has proven that he is capable of both, and is truly an outstanding leader.”

Fletcher was appointed CIO for the State of Utah in 2005. From that day forward, he became totally immersed, not only in providing exemplary service to the citizens of Utah, but to the NASCIO organization as well. Fletcher has served on numerous NASCIO committees and working groups, and was president of the association in 2009-2010. He frequently represents the association at various speaking engagements and conferences. 

“I would like to congratulate Steve on this award and thank him for his tireless efforts,” said Kyle Schafer, NASCIO president and chief technology officer for West Virginia. “Steve’s commitment to NASCIO is second to none. Many of our recent accomplishments would not have been possible without Steve’s leadership, guidance and direction. He is truly an asset to this organization and deserving of this recognition.”

About NASCIO

The National Association of State Chief Information Officers is the premier network and resource for state CIOs and a leading advocate for technology policy at all levels of government. NASCIO represents state chief information officers and information technology executives from the states, territories, and the District of Columbia. The primary state government members are senior officials who have executive level and statewide responsibility for information technology leadership. State officials who are involved in agency level information technology management may participate as state members. Representatives from other public sector and non-profit organizations may also participate as associate members. Private sector firms may join as corporate members and participate in the Corporate Leadership Council. For more information about NASCIO visitwww.nascio.org.

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Shawn Vaughn

Membership and Communications Coordinator

National Association of State Chief Information Officers

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