Terrence Woods
Oregon's State Chief Information Officer
Before being appointed State CIO in 2018, Terrence was the State Deputy CIO, the Department of Revenue CIO, the Oregon Health Authority Director of IT, and the Department of Human Services Deputy CIO.
Prior to joining state government, Terrence was the Human Resources Manager and Regional Technology Manager for Safeco Insurance.
Taking to heart the interests of state government and the Oregonians it serves, Terrence is the Chair of the Board of Directors for Link Oregon, a non-profit organization providing high-speed, fiber-optic broadband connectivity to our state’s public and non-profit sectors.
Terrence earned a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Information Systems from Portland State University.
Extending his education of organizational behavior and passion for people, Terrence is a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner as well as a Leadership and Executive Coach certified by the Hudson Institute of Coaching.
When the opportunity arises, Terrence is an outdoor enthusiast enjoying camping and ATV riding.
This council is established by Governor Kotek's Executive Order 23-26 to recommend an action plan to guide awareness, education, and usage of artificial intelligence in state government that aligns with the state's policies, goals and values and support public servants to deliver customer service more efficiently and effectively. This is a governor ordered council. The State Government Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council delivered the final recommended action plan to Governor Kotek on February 11, 2025.
Final Recommended Action Plan
State CIO Awards
The State Chief Information Officer awards honor, innovation, and excellence in the use of information technology in state government.
"Recognizing excellence in technology leadership is essential to driving innovation and progress. The Oregon State CIO Awards honor innovation and excellence in the use of information technology in state government. By celebrating the achievements and the impacts on the lives of Oregonians, we inspire future advancements and reinforce our commitment to excellence in public service." -Terrence Woods, Oregon State Chief Information Officer
2025 Award Submissions
Award Category: Cybersecurity and Risk Management Enterprise Information Services - Small and Mighty
Award Category: Digital Government/Digital Services Oregon Department of Transportation - Driving Innovation: Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Self Service Kiosk
Award Category: Fiscal Management Oregon Department of Corrections - Split Billing Pilot
Award Category: Data Management and Analytics Oregon Employment Department - Data Governance Program Implementation
Award Category: Legacy Modernization Oregon Medical Board - Modern Techmed: Extending Legacy Systems with a Modern User Experience
JoLene Swint
Deputy State Chief Information Officer
Before being appointed Deputy State Chief Information Officer, JoLene Swint had previous roles overseeing critical funcitons such as budget management, the program management office, shared services, executive support and administration, and contract administration within EIS and a career in state government that spans over two decades.
Throughout her tenure, JoLene has been a driving force behind initiatives that enhance transparency, improve service delivery, and strengthen interagency collaboration, playing a key role in shaping governance governance structures and supporting statewide programs and strategic planning efforts.
Known for her pragmatic leadership style and commitment to public service, JoLene continues to champion technology systems to serve the needs of Oregonians across the state.
In her free time JoLene enjoys spending time at the lake and with her large family.