Ann O’Connor Madea

Ann O’Connor Madea serves as the EVP Chief Information Officer at Simmons Bank, where responsibilities include enhancing technology integration and supporting corporate strategy. In addition, Ann contributes to several advisory boards, including Epiphany Solution Group and The Innovative Executives League, providing expertise in technology and innovation. As an Advisory Board Member for the University of Illinois Chicago College of Engineering, Ann focuses on curriculum improvement and student support. Prior experience includes a successful tenure as Chief Information Officer at HSBC, overseeing global technology and operations across various banking sectors. Ann’s career began at Household International, advancing to Senior Manager, Application Systems. Ann holds a BS in Information and Decision Sciences from the University of Illinois Chicago.