Biography
Chris Santo brings more than 30 years of expertise in the Information Technology sector, spanning roles in technical support, systems administration, application development, database programming, IT management, systems integration, and as faculty in mathematics, computer science, computer information systems, and engineering. He has taught Mathematics, Computer Science, and Data Analytics since 2008 across several Maricopa Community Colleges, including Glendale, Paradise Valley, Scottsdale, Rio Salado, and Mesa Community College.
Lectures and Teaching
Chris has delivered presentations on Data Analytics and Advanced Data Analytics (covering KNIME, Power BI, Tableau, Python, and Artificial Intelligence) to community college instructors through the Working Connections program for NITIC. He also teaches in the Masters of Information Studies program at Trine University.
Industry and Academic Engagement
He has presented at EAM conferences, including StrEAMline and Hexagon EAM Live, on topics such as Capital Project Budgeting and Planning in 2024 and 2025. Additionally, Chris is recognized as a Certified Reliability Leader (CRL) since 2022
Professional Impact
Chris’s career reflects his commitment to leveraging data analytics and advanced IT solutions in both academic and industry settings, mentoring future technologists and improving enterprise operations through education and consulting.
Education:
2023 MS Computer Science, Cybersecurity & Big Data concentrations, with distinction, Arizona State University
2004 MBA, W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University
2000 MS Information Sciences and Telecommunications, University of Pittsburgh
1998 BS Mathematics and Computer Science dual degree, California University of Pennsylvania (now PennWest California)