Erwin Eimers (1)
Erwin Eimers
CIO & CISO
SUMITOMO CHEMICAL

Erwin Eimers is a strategic and results-driven Chief Information Officer with over two decades of experience in leading information technology and cybersecurity initiatives across global organizations. Known for his innovative approach and ability to drive cultural transformation, Erwin has a proven track record in digital transformation, risk management, and mergers and acquisitions integration.

Currently, Erwin serves as the Americas Chief Information Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at Sumitomo Chemical Headquarters for the Americas. In this role, he has been instrumental in developing and implementing global IT strategies, standards, and processes. Under his leadership, the cybersecurity environment was transformed into a regionally co-managed shared service, resulting in zero cybersecurity incidents with significant business impact for the past three years. Erwin has also successfully integrated new cybersecurity tools and processes across a $25 billion organization, ensuring compliance with various global standards and regulations.