Serving as University of Tennessee Medical Center’s senior vice president and CIO since January 2025, Ms. Sexton is responsible for the strategic roadmap and day-to-day performance of information systems and digital technology services for the academic medical center. Reporting to the senior vice president and CFO, she leads enterprise priorities spanning infrastructure, EHR optimization, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, virtual health growth, data governance and analytics to strengthen outcomes and operational efficiency. She is known for a security-first approach, supported by deep risk and audit expertise and advanced certifications. Drawing on leadership experience across gaming, entertainment, government and consumer goods, Ms. Sexton brings a multi-industry lens to healthcare IT strategy and resilience planning. Her communication-first leadership style emphasizes translating complex technology into clear, actionable terms for executives and frontline teams, helping align investment decisions with patient care realities. She also contributes nationally as a frequent speaker on cybersecurity preparedness and post-incident response, including presentations on “After the Breach: The 90 Days That Matter.” Immediately prior to joining the system, Ms. Sexton served as CIO for the Las Vegas-based University Medical Center of Southern Nevada.
