David Jamieson joined OpenText as the Chief Information Officer in November 2014. He brings over 25 years of experience in leading Information Technology organizations through the ever-changing technology landscape. David will lead the OpenText IT organization that powers the world’s leading Business Network. Prior to joining OpenText, David worked at Barrick Gold Corporation, the gold industry leader and one of Canada’s most admired companies, where he served as Director of Information Technology for four years before being appointed as the Vice President of Information Management and Technology in 2005. At Barrick, David effectively used the company’s information assets to drive business value for the global operations of its application and technology infrastructures. He was the company’s first ever IT leader and was responsible for building a high performance organization from the ground up. As a seasoned IT professional, David has held senior positions with companies, such as Universal Studios Canada, EDS/SHL Systemhouse, and Canadian Pacific Railway, David brings with him acute industry knowledge and strong business acumen. His dedication in every role was evident through his successful management of large teams and significant impact on overall company operations. David holds a Bachelor of Applied Science, Mechanical Engineering from the University of Toronto and received his Professional Engineer designation in 1990.
