James J. Florian

Overview

James J. Florian serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Related Companies[1], where Florian leads enterprise technology strategy for a $70 billion real estate portfolio encompassing commercial, residential, and mixed-use properties[2]. Florian's role involves deploying cloud solutions, AI-driven tools, and data analytics platforms to enhance operational efficiency and tenant experience[2]. Prior to this position, Florian held the role of SVP, Head of Technology and Cybersecurity at Related Companies from March 2022 to April 2024[4], and served as VP, Chief Information Security Officer from April 2016 to March 2022[5]. Florian's career includes positions in healthcare IT and financial services technology, including roles at St. Joseph's Healthcare System[6], Sterling National Bank[7], and Atlantic Health System[8][9]. Florian holds a Master of Science in Organizational Management and Leadership from Fairleigh Dickinson University[10] and a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus on Management Information Systems from Drexel University's LeBow College of Business[11].

Career history

1. SVP, Chief Information Officer (CIO)Apr 2024 to presentRelated Companies
2. SVP, Head of Technology and CybersecurityMar 2022 to Apr 2024Related Companies
3. VP, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)Apr 2016 to Mar 2022Related Companies
4. SJDirector of Technology and Information Security | Information Security Officer (ISO)Jan 2014 to Jan 2016St. Joseph's Healthcare System
5. SNDirector, IT Infrastructure ServicesSep 2011 to Dec 2014Sterling National Bank
6. AHManager, IT Infrastructure ServicesSep 2002 to Jul 2011Atlantic Health System
7. AHTechnical ConsultantApr 2000 to Sep 2002Atlantic Health System

Education

1. Masters of Science, Organizational Management and LeadershipFairleigh Dickinson University
2. DUBachelor's of Science, Business Administration (Management Information Systems)Drexel University's LeBow College of Business