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
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
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
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.
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Thought Leadership
Publish with authority, set the agenda, and expand your influence across programs technology leaders actually use.
Build Powerful
Relationships
Direct access to leaders who can act, turning conversations into partnerships, opportunities, and faster outcomes.
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.
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Technology Leadership?
The Kernel is where vision meets execution. Your expertise and leadership will define the next chapter of enterprise technology.
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