Patricia Sheppard

Patricia Sheppard has a strong and diverse work experience. Patricia currently serves as the Chief Information Officer for the Town of Arlington, MA, where they provide leadership to town officials and coordinates all services related to information technology. Prior to this role, they held various positions at the Museum of Science, including Vice President of Information Technology and Director of Information Technology. In these roles, they were responsible for developing and implementing the museum's IT strategy, overseeing data analytics, infrastructure, and cyber security, and collaborating with business leaders on technology initiatives. Patricia also had a significant tenure at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where they served as the Director of Provider & Consumer Support, overseeing IT service management practices, and as a Senior Manager in various IT roles. Patricia started their career as the Chief Financial Officer for the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, managing the division's budget and business processes. Patricia's work experience showcases their expertise in IT strategy, operations, and leadership.

Patricia Sheppard graduated from Wellesley College in 1991 with a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology and Education. After some time, they enrolled in Suffolk University Law School and obtained a Juris Doctor (JD) degree in 2002. Furthermore, they pursued a Doctor of Law - JD, but the exact dates for this degree remain unknown. Additionally, Patricia has obtained various certifications including ITIL Foundations 2011, Agile Foundations, HDI Support Center Director, and Scrum Master certification. No specific institution or completion dates are provided for these certifications.