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The new Director, Global Social Media & Digital Marketing will focus on social media, web and mobile strategies as one channel to tell a story.

Best-selling author, Gary Vaynerchuk is a self-described influencer, entrepreneur, investor, best-selling author, speaker and Jets fan. Recently, he weighed in on The White Houses March Madness-themed marketing campaign to uninsured 20-somethings. So, whats the verdict? Vaynerchuk is shocked by the number of brands that are still trying to reach Millennials through print, radio, and TV.

Todays consumer-driven marketplace, along with the rise of social media, means bad news travels fast. The quality of a companys supply chain is often times directly linked to the companys brand and image.

The new CIO is a seasoned veteran of the information technology business, joining Nike most recently from Barclays Bank and Wells Fargo.

CGT introduces you to 20+ more technology and services companies that are worthy of the modern consumer goods company's consideration.

CGT's readers rank the top technology providers of an enterprise software suite specific to customer relationship management (CRM), including marketing, sales force automation, category management, etc.

CGT's readers rank the top technology providers of a complete suite of enterprise-wide ERP software, including finance, HR, CRM, supply chain, PLM, asset management, etc.

CGT's exciting awards season came to a close this Fall. Let us introduce you to the finalists and winners in six award categories, including our very first CIO of the Year.