Raj Manocha

Raj Manocha has joined the organization as Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), reporting directly to Chief Executive Officer, Michael T. Sheppard, CPA, CAE.

Mr. Manocha is responsible for developing and driving the Association’s global technology roadmap and agenda, including the introduction of new programs relating to infrastructure and security, online and digital strategy, business analysis and project management, as well as information systems and application development.

Mr. Manocha, who brings more than 20 years of technical expertise and innovation most recently served as Director of Applications for the Maryland Department of Human Services where he developed, deployed and implemented the public-facing Total Human-services Integrated Network (MD THINK), a first-in-the-nation cloud-based platform that enables multiple state agencies to deliver integrated health and human services programs to the state’s most vulnerable residents. Prior to working for the State of Maryland, Mr. Manocha led the global technical services, delivery, and operations, at Iron Bow Technologies and for Ciber at the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP).