#370 Digital vision, human values: Rob Zelinka on leading with heart and tech

Rob Zelinka is a visionary senior technology and business executive with over three decades of experience shaping the future of digital infrastructure and enterprise IT.  Currently the Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Jack Henry & Associates, Rob leads a technology organization that powers financial innovation for institutions across the country.  His leadership spans architecture, engineering, cloud/SaaS transformation, and enterprise-scale operations, overseeing budgets exceeding $200 million. Rob’s journey is rooted in both strategic foresight and hands-on expertise. He began his career selling touch screen POS systems in the 1990s, and since then, has held pivotal IT leadership roles at TechnipFMC and PROS. From data center expansions to international consolidations, from governance frameworks like ITIL and SDLC to driving digital transformation, Rob has done it all and always with a people-first approach. As a leader, Rob is known for building high-performance teams, mentoring future leaders, and navigating complex mergers and acquisitions with grace. His strengths lie not only in his technological acumen but also in his ability to align IT vision with business strategy.  He’s an effective communicator, adept at delivering cost-effective solutions that elevate profits and exceed user expectations. Rob has been honored as a finalist in the Houston ORBIE Awards for three consecutive years (2023–2025) and is a recognized member of the Forbes Technology Council, where he contributes thought leadership on fintech, innovation, and IT strategy. Whether he"s architecting resilient digital ecosystems or sharing stories about leadership and work-life balance, Rob brings depth, clarity, and inspiration to every conversation. Connect with Rob here - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robzelinka/  Support the show Follow me on Facebook ⬇️ https://www.facebook.com/manuj.aggarwal ❤️ ID - Manuj Aggarwal ■ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manujaggarwal/ ■ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realmanuj ■ Instagram: ...