Steve Mate is a Senior Director Analyst at Gartner Business and Technology Insights with extensive experience in all aspects of IT for K-12 organizations. Steve specializes in K-12 operations and strategies. He offers K-12 expert insights on governance, organizational structure, emerging trends, devices, systems, management, and digital capabilities within the education sector. Steve promotes a thoughtful strategy that prioritizes smooth technical interactions for all users.
Mr. Mate brings over 12 years of experience as the former Chief Technology Officer for Elk Grove Unified, California's fifth-largest school district, where he supported a community of 63,000 students and 10,000 staff members. Before his tenure at Elk Grove, he held various roles across multiple districts, focusing on integrating technology in the classroom. Mr. Mate also has experience as an elementary and middle school teacher.
Elk Grove Unified School District, Chief Technology Officer, 12 years
Cyber Risk
Education Technology Management
• MA, Educational Technology (Pepperdine University)
• BA, Psychology (University of Redlands)
• Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
• Administrator Credential
K-12 AI Strategy, Governance, and Implementation
K-12 Technology Strategic Planning
Core Education Platform and Digital Ecosystem Strategy
Education Cybersecurity, Risk, and Resilience
Education Technology Investment, Cost Optimization, and End-User Computing Strategy