ITxKERNEL

Executive Council of the ITx Collective

Guiding the community, shaping the future of technology leadership

Executive Council

The ITx Kernel

Meet the technology leaders shaping the future of enterprise IT and cybersecurity

Daniel Naylor

Daniel Naylor

Chief Information Officer

Precision Aviation Group

Daniel Naylor is the Chief Information Officer at Precision Aviation Group, a leading provider of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and value-added services to the aerospace and defense industries. He brings over 20 years of leadership experience in technology and operations, including executive roles at Advance Auto Parts, Delta Dental and Optical Cable Corporation. Daniel leads enterprise technology strategy, cybersecurity, and digital transformation across PAG's worldwide operations, driving modernization through data visibility, automation, and secure infrastructure.

Amit Basu

Amit Basu

Chief Information Officer & Chief Information Security Officer

International Seaways

Amit Basu is the Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at International Seaways (NYSE: INSW), one of the world's largest tanker companies. A pioneer of maritime digital transformation, he has led INSW's transition to cloud-only operations and built a multi-layered cybersecurity framework safeguarding global fleet systems. Amit is recognized for advancing AI-enabled automation and cyber resilience across IT and OT environments. He is also an active thought leader and advisor in global cybersecurity and critical infrastructure forums.

Altaf Uddin

Altaf Uddin

Chief Information Officer & Chief Information Security Officer

Kansas Secretary of State

Altaf Uddin is the CIO and CISO for the Kansas Secretary of State, where he provides strategic leadership across all facets of information technology and cybersecurity. He oversees enterprise systems of record, mission-critical workflows, and statewide licensing platforms, ensuring operational integrity and compliance with federal and state mandates. With a career grounded in information security and digital transformation, Altaf holds the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) and MCTIA (Mandiant Cyber Threat Intelligence Analysis) certifications, along with an MBA. He is deeply committed to aligning technology strategy with organizational priorities - driving innovation, resilience, and secure electronic service delivery for the public sector.

Amplify Your
Thought Leadership

Publish with authority, set the agenda, and expand your influence across programs technology leaders actually use.

Influence executive dialogue on strategy and innovation
Contribute to white papers and research
Shape ITx Forum topics
Establish yourself as a respected voice

Build Powerful
Relationships

Direct access to leaders who can act, turning conversations into partnerships, opportunities, and faster outcomes.

Collaborate with CIOs, CTOs and innovators
Access private roundtables and forums
Form strategic partnerships
Judge the ITx Excellence Awards

Grow
Professionally

Build board-ready leadership credentials and a portfolio of work without adding committee complexity.

Shape Strategy

Guide community direction

Increase Visibility

Expand your influence

Board Credentials

Build executive portfolio

Advisory Roles

Drive innovation

Shape the Future

Champion the next generation and leave your legacy

Champion the Next Generation

Compound your impact by accelerating capable talent and setting the standard for technology leadership.

  • Support mentorship programs
  • Foster inclusive culture
  • Shape the environment you wished for

Leave Your Legacy

Convert service into a lasting impact across research, programs, and community standards.

Kernel members are foundational voices in a movement to elevate technology leadership.

Ready to Shape
Technology Leadership?

The Kernel is where vision meets execution. Your expertise and leadership will define the next chapter of enterprise technology.

Join the leaders building tomorrow.