With over 27 years of dedicated experience in the realm of information technology, Joe Donato brings a wealth of expertise to his role as director of IT at the Innocence Project. Having spent the last 7 years as director of technology at the Osborne Association, a prominent New York-based criminal legal agency, Joe has honed his skills and deepened his understanding of the intersection between technology and justice. Prior to Osborne, Joe worked as a full stack developer and project manager for organizations ranging from startup dot coms to Fortune 100 companies.

Over the years, Joe held a myriad of certifications in IT service management, cybersecurity, software/system engineering and various other platforms, reflecting his commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements. His comprehensive knowledge and strategic approach to IT infrastructure have been instrumental in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering innovation within the organizations he has served.

As the director of IT at the Innocence Project, Joe remains steadfast in his dedication to leveraging technology as a force for positive change, supporting the organization’s mission to exonerate the wrongly convicted and reform the criminal legal system.