Kuder, Inc. Announces Paul Melde as Chief Information Officer

ADEL, Iowa, May 14, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Kuder, Inc., has named Paul Melde as chief information officer (CIO), reporting to Phil Harrington, president.

"Paul's extensive background in information technology leadership, application development and program management make him the ideal executive to drive innovation and accelerate the performance and delivery of Kuder's technology-based solutions," he said.

Melde has over 20 years of experience in building and managing technology teams and programs. Melde joins Kuder from Dice Holdings, Inc., where he served for 12 years as vice president of technology.

"I'm excited to join a company with such a rich heritage and important mission. I look forward to working with the entire Kuder team to expand our capabilities and ensure we deliver the best online education and career planning products to our clients," said Melde.

Prior to Dice, Melde was vice president of information technology for ING Advisors Network. Melde began his career as a technical analyst for Principal Financial Group and later held management roles in product software development, project management, and business applications at ING.

Melde has a bachelor's degree in mathematics and a master's degree in the history of technology and science from Iowa State University.

About Kuder: For over 75 years, Kuder has brought reliable, evidence-based career guidance solutions to more than 150 million people of all ages, and for populations throughout the world. With affordable solutions for pre-K through retirement, Kuder's customizable products and services reflect a commitment to encouraging lifelong learning, development, and achievement. For more information, visit www.kuder.com or call 800.314.8972.

Media Contact:
Bethney Ahrendsen
DVP, Marketing & Communications
Kuder, Inc.
[email protected] 
800.314.8972

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SOURCE Kuder, Inc.