Gartner Executive Partner

Izella Dornell

With over 20 years of executive leadership experience in IT, Izella Dornell is known for her expertise in digital transformation, organizational change, and strategic program management. She has a proven track record guiding complex technology initiatives, establishing governance practices, and supporting senior leaders through transition and growth.

Izella’s strategic insights and leadership have consistently enabled CIOs and senior IT executives across federal and tribal organizations to achieve significant organizational impact. As Vice President, Executive Partners at Gartner and Chair of Gartner’s Women’s CIO Program for the Americas, she empowers leaders to address complex challenges, drive innovation, and deliver measurable results. Her ability to align Gartner’s research with client priorities and facilitate peer connections helps organizations accelerate transformation and realize lasting value.

Business impact

Clients working with Izella have successfully led large-scale digital transformation initiatives, improved organizational efficiency, and navigated complex leadership transitions. Her guidance has enabled federal and tribal CIOs to establish effective governance, build high-performing teams, and deliver measurable improvements in service delivery and innovation. By leveraging Gartner’s resources and peer networks, Izella helps leaders optimize technology investments, accelerate strategic change, and achieve sustained organizational success.

Industry

Industry

Government, Education, Healthcare Providers, Information Technology


Region

Region

United States


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