CARRBORO, NC – Town Manager Patrice Toney has announced the selection of Marty Kornegay as the new information technology director for the Town of Carrboro. A former senior information technology director for a global healthcare company, Kornegay has more than two decades of experience in IT leadership across both public and private sectors. 

While with Novo Nordisk, a hybrid role based in Clayton, N.C., Kornegay led an Infrastructure team of 15 full-time employees in the delivery of infrastructure and operations management.

Previously, Kornegay served for over a decade as a senior information technology analyst for the Forsyth County Management Information Systems Department, supporting a diverse range of departments including the County Manager's Office, County Attorney, Finance, Public Library, Sheriff's Department and Animal Control. 

“Technology is no longer just a support function, it is a strategic partner in how we serve our community and support our workforce,” said Town Manager Toney.  “We are excited to welcome Marty as our new IT Director, whose leadership will help us strengthen systems, enhance security, and ensure our organization is prepared for the future.”

A native of Kinston, N.C., Kornegay holds a Master of Science in Computer Science degree with a focus on Information Technology from Winston-Salem State University and a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. 

Kornegay is co-founder and executive board member of Brainy Builders STEM Hub in Clayton, N.C., providing STEM based enrichment for Youth and Adults. He has also served as an advisory board member of the Town of Clayton Downtown Development Advisory Board.

Kornegay started his new position in Carrboro on Jan. 12, 2026. He succeeds Andy Vogel, who retired after a 26-year career in Carrboro.