Technology
Brandon Waters named CIO at Books-A-Million
March 7, 2025
Books-A-Million has promoted Brandon Waters to the role of CIO, leading the brand's tech strategy and initiatives.
Waters had been serving as SVP of IT after joining the company for a second time in June 2024. He has overseen key digital implementations for financials, supply chain, and merchandising while supporting existing systems, driving efficiency and innovation, according to a press release.
His professional experience includes a large-scale systems rollout and transformations at Milo's Tea Company.
As CIO, he will continue leading project management and BI teams, fostering collaboration on IT initiatives, including advancements in AI.
"Brandon's rapid impact since rejoining BAM! has been truly impressive," Terrance G. Finley, CEO, Books-A-Million, said in the release. "His strategic vision, technical expertise and dedication to our company's success make him the ideal leader for our IT department. We are confident that he will continue to drive innovation and enhance our technological capabilities as CIO."
Books-A-Million operates more than 200 stores in 32 states as well as its e-commerce site, Booksamillion.com.
