Elaine Montilla is a dynamic, solution-driven, and trailblazing Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Pearson's US School Assessment division. Elaine propels digital innovation for a diverse range of clients and spearheads product development strategies and governance that fuel business expansion. As a former CIO, an esteemed TEDx speaker, and the visionary founder of 5xminority, Inc., Elaine's mission transcends her professional accomplishments, championing the empowerment and amplification of women and underrepresented minorities within the tech landscape and beyond.

Hailing from the Dominican Republic, Elaine boasts an impressive 20+ year career, during which she has consistently provided forward-thinking leadership and successfully executed large-scale IT strategies within the higher education sector. Her unwavering commitment to operational excellence, staff development, and inclusive leadership is matched only by her exceptional ability to communicate with diverse audiences.

As a passionate advocate for diversity, Elaine champions various minority communities and persistently promotes inclusion in the tech sector. Her commitment to expanding equal STEM learning opportunities for all children underscores her dedication to fostering inclusivity. As a trailblazing Latina professional, Elaine defies stereotypes and embodies diversity within the traditionally male-dominated tech industry. Honored as a Top 100 Outstanding LGBTQ+ Executive Role Model by Yahoo Finance in 2021, recognized as one of the Top 100 Women in Tech by Technology Magazine in 2023, and awarded HITEC 100 Hispanic Technology Leaders for 2024, Elaine's impact on the field is undeniable, Elaine's impact on the field is undeniable.