Noel Kilcooley

Noel Kilcooley serves as Chief Technology Officer at Align, where he is responsible for shaping the company's technology strategy and ensuring technology investments drive business value, operational efficiency, and long-term growth. Working across the organization, he helps align technology initiatives with business objectives, strengthen cybersecurity and risk management practices, and guide the adoption of emerging technologies, including cloud and AI solutions.

With more than 30 years of experience in the technology industry, Noel has built a diverse career spanning desktop support, engineering, cloud architecture, and executive leadership. Since joining Align, he has continually advanced through the organization, leveraging deep technical expertise and strategic vision to help deliver innovative solutions for clients and support the company's growth.

A strong advocate for continuous learning and innovation, Noel has earned numerous professional certifications focused on Microsoft technologies and solutions throughout his career. His contributions to Align were recognized with the company's prestigious Loomis Innovator Award in 2019, honoring his commitment to driving innovation and delivering meaningful business outcomes.

Outside of work, Noel enjoys video gaming and believes the same principles apply to both technology challenges and gaming adventures: stay calm, gather information, and approach problems methodically to find the best solution.