About DFI
Discover how the Digital Frontiers Initiative, led by the OPIM Department in the UConn School of Business, pioneers the fusion of technology and business to shape the future of operations and information management.
Mission
Our mission is to empower individuals and organizations by providing comprehensive training in IT, business analytics, and emerging technologies. We strive to foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation, offering a blend of academic excellence, professional development opportunities, and experiential learning to cultivate the next generation of leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
Vision
Our vision is to become a beacon of excellence in workforce development, industry partnership, and academic research by creating a dynamic ecosystem where cutting-edge training in IT, business analytics, and emerging technologies catalyzes professional growth, fosters innovative collaborations between academia and industry, and propels forward-thinking research. Through this holistic approach, we envision shaping an inclusive community of skilled professionals, visionary leaders, and pioneering researchers, all contributing to the advancement of technology and analytics.
Meet our Leadership Team
Meet the leaders behind the transformation of the CT Information Technology Institute, bringing you new opportunities in the areas of workforce development, industry partnerships, and academic research. Driving innovation and efficiency with the merger of CITI, CABA (Center for Advancement in Business Analytics) and Innovate Labs under the new Digital Frontiers Initiative. Connect with UConn students and faculty by bringing DFI to your organization!
Jon Moore
Executive Director
OPIM Instructor In-Residence
Jonathan leads the institute with the focus on the innovate labs, experiential learning, and micro-credential efforts, ensuring a seamless integration of research and practical applications.
Jennifer Eigo
Associate Director
OPIM Instructor In-Residence
Jennifer focuses on building partnerships that benefit both the academic and business communities.
Wei Chen
Academic Director
OPIM Associate Professor
Wei oversees the academic aspects of the institute, with a focus on bridging academia and industry through innovative research initiatives.
Meet our Staff
Meet the talented staff supporting the Digital Frontiers Initiative—driving day-to-day operations, student engagement, and program delivery across workforce development, industry collaboration, and innovation spaces. They ensure the smooth execution of DFI’s mission and help bridge connections between UConn, the community, and industry partners.
Gerri Kennedy
Program Manager
Digital Frontiers Academy
Gerri oversees the professional development and training services (formerly under CITI), now rebranded as the Digital Frontiers Academy.
Katherine Lorange
Project Coordinator
Digital Frontiers Initiative
Kat helps manage projects and build relationships with industry partners to support student-led innovation and collaboration..