Jim Chilton
Executive Vice President & CTO
Cengage Group
Jim Chilton is a visionary technology executive celebrated for driving growth, innovation, and digital transformation. As EVP and Group CTO at Cengage Group, he oversees a broad spectrum of tech functions: AI programs, product engineering, internal business systems, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, architecture and portfolio management. His leadership aligns technology with Cengage's mission to transform education for learners worldwide. Jim has deep-rooted expertise in AI, leveraging data-driven insights to fuel cutting-edge innovation in learning platforms. He serves on the Board of Dreamscape Learn, a leading VR company pioneering immersive educational experiences. Throughout his career, Jim has led transformative initiatives, including the revitalization of Cengage’s Global Technology Solutions, introducing best practices and operational excellence to support business growth. Before joining Cengage, Jim held leadership roles at Dassault Systèmes and SolidWorks. Jim’s dedication extends beyond corporate leadership. He actively supports the tech and education communities through roles with Apprenti, MassHire and 1EdTech. His achievements have earned him accolades, including the 2020 Inspire CIO of the Year Boston ORBIE award and finalist placements for the National InspireCIO Awards in 2021 and 2023. Jim holds an MBA from New Hampshire College and a BS in computer science from Franklin Pierce University. He resides in Hollis, NH and operates out of Boston, MA.