Chris Shriver

Board Member

Board Member Since 2010

Vice President, Sr Partner SLED Industry

IBM Consulting

Over the last 20 years, Chris has led Teams in multiple IBM Business Units, leveraging his Leadership, Coaching and Passion for delivering value to clients. In 2019, Chris was selected to be a part of IBM’s Manager’s Champion Group, which is an esteemed group of 50 managers across the company, focused on driving transformational change and elevating the performance of IBMers globally. Today, Chris is the State, Local and Education Industry Leader for IBM Consulting and resides in the Raleigh Durham NC area.

Chris earned a BS Industrial Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology. He enjoys family time, college athletics, golf and landscaping.

Chris has a personal commitment to Communities In Schools mission, as his son, was a student in Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools and received the support of CIS Charlotte, at a time of need. Chris and his wife, Cyndie, has 4 children who are graduates of WCPSS.

Testimonials

As the son of a public school educator, the value of education opportunities for all children was always of great importance. My professional connections with CIS Wake co-founders, Glenn Williams and Alex Holmes, introduced me to CIS, but the mission and the people hooked me.

Mark Larson

Board Member

I want to be a part of the solution of empowering and providing resources to help students fulfill
their goals and dreams.

Trey Jones

Board Member

“We can improve [student] attendance by helping them find a dream to chase.”

Chris Evans

Board Member

CIS Wake is committed to improving the lives and future of each student it touches. I am proud to have had the opportunity to be a part of such an illustrious history.

Cathy Thomas-Jones

Certified Educator

Communities In Schools of Wake County has played a significant role in my life. The organization has supported me in several ways from elementary school to my masters degree. The dedication and commitment of the network is unmatched. I am proud to be a board member and honored that I have the opportunity to pay it forward.

Chantel

Alumni In Motion, Board

Come with me to the learning center…they can help you get smarter.

Anthony

CIS Wake Student

The more knowledge we have, the better. Please volunteer with Communities In Schools because any lessons you can teach would be welcomed. Give all you can, even if it’s just a little.

Alshanice

Former CIS Wake Student