Joe Talik is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in digital business transformation and strategic leadership across various renowned technology firms. Currently serving as the Digital Business Transformation Leader at Verizon, Talik focuses on driving profitable growth through innovative product development strategies. Previous roles include co-founder of Lirsoft, where Talik led significant digital transformation initiatives, and Digital Transformation Advisor at Hewlett Packard Enterprise, where strategic global initiatives were implemented. Talik's expertise spans multiple leadership positions, including Vice President of Digital Transformation at NEORIS, Director of Strategy & Innovation at AT&T, and Principal roles at Verizon and SunGard. Talik holds a Master of Engineering in Engineering Management from Stevens Institute of Technology, an MBA in Finance & Accounting with Honors from Regis University, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Detroit Mercy.