CTO-for-Hire: Strategic IT Leadership for Unions
Strategic IT Expertise Without a Full-Time CTO
Many unions don’t have the budget for a full-time Chief Technology Officer, but they do need one when it matters.
Our CTO-for-Hire service gives your union access to experienced, strategic technology leadership on a flexible, part-time basis.
Whether it’s planning an iMIS EMS upgrade, managing your IT vendors, budgeting for new systems, or making the right hardware and communications decisions, we help you move confidently from reactive fixes to a clear, union-focused technology strategy.
Why Choose Us
Nathan from Innate BI has been at the centre of the iMIS for Unions platform and Hub initiative since inception, including working alongside Chris Walton to design, build, and evolve the Hub from the ground up . That means your CTO will already understand the unique structure, challenges, and data needs of union organisations from membership systems to campaign tools, financial integrations, and compliance.
Independent, Collaborative, and Cost-Effective
As a for-Unions consultant, our role is to act in your best interests, not to replace your existing providers.
We can:
- Evaluate your current systems and recommend practical improvements
- Coordinate multiple vendors and consultants to ensure everyone is working toward the same goals
- Help you budget, plan, and prioritise IT projects for maximum member impact
- Represent your union in technical or procurement discussions
- Ensure your iMIS, phone, and network systems align with your organisational strategy
- Attend project meetings and assist with Board presentations
Our reduced hourly rates and collaborative approach reflect our commitment to the union sector. We’re here to strengthen your internal capability, not to lock you into ours.
The Best of Both Worlds
If your union is already engaging a larger consulting group, Innate BI can work alongside them providing high-level strategic direction and oversight while others handle the day-to-day build or implementation work.
This hybrid approach gives you the advantages of broad external expertise while providing the stability, guidance, and strategic oversight you would expect from an internal senior IT leader, ensuring every decision is aligned with your members, staff, and long-term objectives.
Ready to Get Started with Strategic IT Leadership?
Let’s Build a Stronger IT Future for Your Union
If you’re ready to bring clarity, leadership, and direction to your technology decisions, we’re here to support you. Let’s start a conversation about your goals and how strategic IT leadership can help you achieve them.
Our Clients Reviews
“…The Hub would not exist without Nathan and we wouldn’t be in the position of working with unions representing over 1 million members without his leadership role as CTO…”
Chris Walton, CEO
UNION INNOVATION HUB
“…Thank you for all your work in bringing the union movement into the 21st century. Thanks for your expertise and vision that has helped turn our movement into a more data driven, engaging and powerful movement….”
Tom Patton, Assistant Secretary
ASU NSW AND ACT BRANCH
Additional Services
From IT strategy to iMIS consulting and ongoing support, our additional services ensure your union’s technology runs smoothly and supports your long-term goals.
EMS Cloud Readiness Program
Innate BI’s EMS Cloud Readiness Program is designed to facilitate a seamless transition to iMIS EMS.
iMIS Database Optimisation
Our database optimisation service is designed to enhance the performance, efficiency, and reliability of your iMIS Database.
iMIS Consulting for Unions & Associations
We provide thoughtful, experienced iMIS consulting that helps unions make the most of iMIS and other IT systems.