AfroTech Conference 2026
Jahid Khandaker
Chief Information Officer, GE HealthCare
Track Future of Work
Biography
Jahid Khandaker is CIO at GE HealthCare, leading enterprise digital and technology strategy, including AI and data. He oversees technology platforms and systems, enterprise and product security, SaaS, and global shared business services. Previously SVP and CIO at Western Digital, he led global IT strategy and operations. In 23+ years, he has held leadership roles at IBM and Hitachi, guiding transformations such as unifying three legacy companies on one platform. He holds degrees in information systems, computer science and mathematics from Hawaii Pacific University. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, he serves on Lindsay Corporation’s board.
Sessions
Future Ready Workforce: Driving Engagement, Reskilling, and Global Innovation Presented by GE Healthcare
Wed, Nov 4, 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM CT
Track Future of Work
This session delivers a practical blueprint for building a future ready workforce by aligning culture, leadership, change management and technology to drive measurable business and talent outcomes. Participants will learn how to boost employee engagement, accelerate AI ready reskilling, and unlock innovation through scalable. The session also demonstrates how purpose driven philanthropic partnerships are expanding access to talent – strengthening pipelines and creating lasting social impact alongside business value.
