Paula Walworth brings over 30 years of experience driving bottom-line improvements through technology investments, blending her expertise from both consulting and senior technology executive roles. She has led teams of 500+ professionals and overseen annual budgets exceeding $275 million, equipping her with a deep understanding of the operational challenges her clients face. This real-world experience allows Paula to collaborate closely with her clients to develop practical, high-value solutions.
In her operational career, Paula held several key leadership roles, including functional CIO, where she worked with senior executives to define and execute IT strategies for a $38 million development portfolio. She also led the IT aspects of a major business unit divestiture, managing everything from buyer selection to Day One separation, ensuring a smooth and successful transition. As head of Marketing, Sales & Service Technology, Paula enhanced digital platforms, improved customer experiences, and drove efficiencies across all B2C and B2B products.
Since joining AlixPartners, Paula has partnered with technology and technology-centric companies ranging from start-ups to multi-billion-dollar enterprises, identifying millions in operational savings, reinvestment opportunities, and top-line revenue growth. Her expertise spans transforming product-led operating models, driving SaaS migrations, redesigning end-to-end customer experiences, and optimizing technology & data functions to improve organizational effectiveness and profitability.
Paula is passionate about mentoring emerging women leaders and is active in her community through her work with the Michigan Council of Women in Technology, where she supports efforts to inspire and empower more women to pursue careers in technology.
