The Control System Integrators Association (CSIA) has announced that CEO Jose M. Rivera will be stepping down after a decade of dedicated leadership.
Under his guidance, CSIA has seen significant modernization, increased resilience, and a strong financial position.
“As March 2025 approaches, marking 10 years at the helm of CSIA, I reflect on our journey with immense pride,” says Rivera. “CSIA has significantly uplifted the SI industry by empowering members to build stronger businesses. Together, we have navigated critical challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, and emerged more resilient.
“This milestone has prompted me to consider my personal and professional growth, leading to my decision to step down. I have informed the Board, and we are collaborating to identify a suitable successor and ensure a seamless transition. My goal is to support CSIA through this period and ensure the success of the 2025 conference in June. It has been an honor to serve this remarkable organization and its inspiring community of entrepreneurs. I extend my best wishes to CSIA for continued success in the years to come.”
CSIA Board of Directors’ Chair Karen Griffin highlights the significant strides made under his guidance, including modernizing the association, introducing alternative revenue sources, and expanding CSIA’s global presence. Griffin also emphasizes the strong financial position and resilience that Jose’s leadership has fostered.
“I want to thank Jose for his decade of unrelenting commitment and leadership at CSIA,” Griffin adds. “I appreciate his proactive approach to ensuring a smooth leadership transition. The Board has initiated the executive search process, and we welcome candidate suggestions.”
Jose M. Rivera’s decade-long leadership at CSIA has been characterized by his unwavering commitment to the organization, strategic vision, and proactive leadership.
His contributions align with broader industry trends discussed in the following articles:
- The State of the SI Industry Remains Strong
- SIs Bring Automation Advances to Legacy Systems
- System Integrators and the Workplace’s Future
Jose will continue in his role with the organization into 2025 to ensure a successful transition to the next CEO. CSIA is grateful for Jose’s support through the transition and his contributions over the last decade, which have left an indelible mark on CSIA.
Edited by Puja Mitra, WTWH Media, for Control Engineering, from a CSIA news release.
