The CTO Whisperer
The CTO Advisor is the new landing zone for Keith Townsend. I’ve been blogging for 5 years on VirtualizedGeek.com which is a technology focused Blog. I’ve recently decided to pivot and focus on conversations and content geared to CTO’s and Technology Architects. The topics will be technical in nature but every blog post should tie back to the business conversation. Technical CIO’s should expect to get value out of the content. I expect to revive my TechTalk podcast as The CTO Advisor Podcast.
To get a preview of my writing style and content I suggest taking a look at my post over on TechRepublic.com where I answer the question “Why VMware may fall victim to virtualization cost cutting“
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Keith Townsend is a seasoned technology leader and Chief Technology Advisor at Futurum Group, specializing in IT infrastructure, cloud technologies, and AI. With expertise spanning cloud, virtualization, networking, and storage, Keith has been a trusted partner in transforming IT operations across industries, including pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, government, software, and financial services.
Keith’s career highlights include leading global initiatives to consolidate multiple data centers, unify disparate IT operations, and modernize mission-critical platforms for “three-letter” federal agencies. His ability to align complex technology solutions with business objectives has made him a sought-after advisor for organizations navigating digital transformation.
A recognized voice in the industry, Keith combines his deep infrastructure knowledge with AI expertise to help enterprises integrate machine learning and AI-driven solutions into their IT strategies. His leadership has extended to designing scalable architectures that support advanced analytics and automation, empowering businesses to unlock new efficiencies and capabilities.
Whether guiding data center modernization, deploying AI solutions, or advising on cloud strategies, Keith brings a unique blend of technical depth and strategic insight to every project.
