Dave Bender

Executive Director of Information and Technology Services, Otterbein University

Dave Bender serves as executive director of Information and Technology Services at Otterbein University in Westerville, Ohio. Otterbein University is a private university that prepares graduates to think deeply and broadly, to engage locally and globally, and to advance their professions and communities. Prior to his 11 years at Otterbein, Bender worked 10 years as an asset manager and software analyst/engineer for GE. Bender received his bachelor’s degree in computer science from Otterbein University. He also serves as president of the Ohio Independent Colleges and Universities CIOs, as well as a board member of Delco Water Company.

Department: 
OSC/OARnet Advisory Board, BOR-CIO Advisory Board