Andy Rhodes

Inspirer
DISC Type : di

Chief Information Officer at Ultimate Medical Academy

United States

Overview

Andy Rhodes is the CIO of Ultimate Medical Academy, specializing in AI, digital, and data-driven transformation. A 2025 InspireCIO ORBIE Award winner with over 30 years of experience, he has a proven record of leading complex organizations through M&A and multi-region expansions. He holds a BS from the University of Pittsburgh.

Outside of his executive role, Andy is deeply engaged in philanthropy and community leadership. He serves as Chairman for the University of Pittsburghs School of Computing and Information Board and supports organizations like TeachRock. An avid marathon runner and world traveler, he identifies as a "Passport Stamp Collector. "

Unique fact: Andy is a marathon runner who participates in events like the NYC Half Marathon to support charitable causes.

Personality Overview

Decisive

Achievment Oriented

Generous

They don’t mind taking a stand if they believe in something.  They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials. They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.

Topics They Care About

AI-Driven Transformation
Focuses on re-architecting how work gets done using AI to create meaningful advantage, rather than just adding new tools to existing workflows.
Legacy System Modernization
Specializes in guiding legacy-heavy organizations through digital and data modernizations, rebuilding platforms and operating processes for scalability and performance.
M&A Tech Integration
Leads technology integration to support active M&A strategies and multi-site growth, aligning systems and data across acquired brands.

Media Appearances

Andy has no verified media appearances

Work History

8-2022
Chief Information Officer at Ultimate Medical Academy
7-2021
Chairman, Board of Visitors at University of Pittsburgh School of Computing and Information
4-2018 - 8-2022
Chief Information Officer at UNICEF USA
3-2015 - 3-2018
Chief Information Officer at United States Golf Association (USGA)
4-2011 - 3-2015
Vice President, Technology Americas | Publicis Re:Sources at Publicis Groupe

Education

BS from University of Pittsburgh

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Insights For Selling To Andy

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product
  • Keep your pitch focused on the impact but insert some anecdotes into it
  • Acknowledge their status and position during the conversation

DONT's

  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Andy is

  • Product value plays a big role, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Andy

  • If they do not firmly believe in you, they will refuse without hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Andy move?

  • If they develop confidence in your product and you, then they can make fast decisions.
  • Can Andy take some risk or not?

  • If necessary, they have the ability to take risky decisions.

You And Andy

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