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Lisa Kent

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Chief Information Officer at City of Houston
📍 Greater Houston, United States

Lisa Kent is the retired CIO for the City of Houston, concluding a 30-year career in public sector technology leadership. She was previously the CTO for the Houston Airport System for 20 years. She holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and was named GoldenGov City Executive of the Year.

Outside of her extensive technology career, Lisas personal interests are centered on the outdoors. She is an avid aviator, photographer, gardener, and angler. She also enjoys golfing with her family, valuing it as a peaceful and stress-relieving activity that allows her to appreciate nature.

Unique fact: Lisa was the longest-serving Chief Information Officer and IT Department Director in the City of Houstons history, holding the role for 10 years.

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Experience
30 Years
Current Role
Chief Information Officer
Location
Greater Houston, United States
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Public Sector Tech
Her 30-year career was dedicated to public service, focusing on using technology to solve city challenges, enhance citizen experience, and increase government transparency for the nation's fourth-largest city.
Crisis Leadership
She led the City of Houston's technology response and managed critical infrastructure during major city-wide emergencies, including Hurricane Harvey and the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Career

Work history

8-2016 - 6-2026
Chief Information Officer
City of Houston
2-1996 - 8-2016
Chief Technology Officer
Houston Airport System
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Media appearances

Lisa Kent – Chief Information Officer for the City of Houston. Featured in StateScoop
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An Interview with Lisa Kent, Director, City of Houston IT Department. Featured in CitySavvy
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Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
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