100 Executive Women in Tech
to Watch in 2025
Elizabeth Hackenson
CIO at Schneider Electric
Elizabeth Hackenson brings over 30 years of experience in leading technology operations and transformation initiatives across large-scale organizations. Currently, she serves as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Schneider Electric, a global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation. In this role, she oversees global and local digital solutions, infrastructure, and network security, ensuring the seamless experience of over 128,000 employees worldwide.
Before joining Schneider Electric in 2017, Elizabeth held key CIO roles at several prominent companies, including AES, Alcatel-Lucent, and MCI. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to drive technological innovation and operational efficiency, contributing to the growth and digital transformation of the organizations she has worked for. With a wealth of experience in managing large-scale technology initiatives, Elizabeth continues to lead Schneider Electric in its mission to create a more sustainable and energy-efficient world.
Before joining Schneider Electric in 2017, Elizabeth held key CIO roles at several prominent companies, including AES, Alcatel-Lucent, and MCI. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong ability to drive technological innovation and operational efficiency, contributing to the growth and digital transformation of the organizations she has worked for. With a wealth of experience in managing large-scale technology initiatives, Elizabeth continues to lead Schneider Electric in its mission to create a more sustainable and energy-efficient world.
