Dear Colleagues,
I am pleased to announce that Jaki Hsieh Wojan accepted the position of Chief Information Officer for UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, effective March 1, 2026.
Jaki joined UC ANR as Chief Information Security Officer in 2022 and was appointed Deputy CIO in 2024 and then Interim CIO in 2025. Since joining, Jaki has led the IT team through a number of strategic implementations. She comes to this position with a strong background in information technology leadership, data security, strategic planning and service innovation. Her experience here at UC ANR is prefaced by nearly 20 years of IT experience in the private sector. Jaki has an M.S. degree in Computer Information Systems from Boston University and a B.A. in East Asian Studies (cum laude) from Union College.
We are excited for the vision and expertise she brings as we continue to enhance our technology infrastructure in support of UC ANR’s mission delivery. We look forward to partnering with Jaki and her team as they help guide our IT strategy and services in the years ahead.
Please join me in congratulating Jaki and welcoming her to this role.
Kathy Eftekhari
Interim Associate Vice President, Administrative Services