Host Gregg Garrett and guest Todd Loiselle, CIO of National Food Group, sit down to discuss blurring the bridge between technology and market value. Todd shares his “Top 3”: Mary McLive, his first grade teacher who taught him to be empathetic and how to activate his super power; Tony Williams, his former colleague at PwC, who taught him how to be a man with a life and career; former CIO of Mastronardi and Colony Hardware, Michael Pellegrino, who taught him that fear mongering was not necessary to be a CIO and that he needed to network; and Executive Strategic Coach Rick Collison, who taught him to shift his perspective. And you have to hear what Todd says about vision boarding.

SHOW HIGHLIGHTS

During this episode:

(0:00) Introduction

(2:04) Building bridges between unlikely islands

(8:18) Meet Todd Loiselle

The “Top Three”:

(11:46) Mary McLive: Taught him to be empathetic and how to activate his superpower

(28:47) Tony Williams: Taught him how to be a man with a life and career

(35:56) Michael Pellegrino: Taught him that fear mongering was not necessary to be a CIO and that he needed to network

Other Points of Interest:

(40:31) Networking as a career multiplier

(44:00) Surrounding yourself with CEOs

(50:31) Top Three addition, Rick Collison: Taught him to shift his perspective

You Have to Hear This:

(53:48) Vision boarding

LINKS AND RESOURCES

Todd Loiselle: LinkedIn

National Food Group: Website | LinkedIn

Gregg Garrett: LinkedIn | Twitter | About

CGS Advisors: Website | LinkedIn

ABOUT TODD LOISELLE

Todd Loiselle is CIO of National Food Group, a leading provider of innovative food solutions for K-12 schools, correctional facilities, casinos, universities, and more. National Food Group specializes in providing high-quality, cost-effective food products while leveraging technology to optimize supply chain operations and customer service.

With almost 30 years of experience in IT leadership, Todd has led large-scale digital transformation initiatives for billion-dollar companies across multiple industries. His expertise spans global IT operations, enterprise-wide ERP implementations, cybersecurity programs, and AI-driven automation, helping businesses scale, optimize efficiency, and stay ahead of industry trends. Before joining National Food Group, Todd held leadership roles at Mastronardi Produce, Masco Corporation, and Arthur Andersen Consulting, where he played a key role in driving strategic technology investments and innovation.

Recognized for his leadership and impact, Todd was named the 2023 Small Cap CIO of the Year, highlighting his ability to leverage technology for business success.

Todd holds an MBA with a concentration in Management Information Systems (MIS) and a Master of Science in Finance (MSF), both from the University of Michigan, where he graduated with distinction. He also earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management from Western Michigan University.

Beyond his corporate leadership, Todd is an active thought leader in the IT community. He serves as a board member for Midwest Technology Leaders and HMG Strategy, is a member of SIM Detroit, and mentors aspiring leaders through We Build Character. He also plays an active role in the Detroit community as a Distinguished Clown in the city’s iconic Thanksgiving Parade.