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9/11 Museum CIO's Personal Mission: Honoring His Brother
11 Sep
Summary
- CIO Michael Cartier leads technology at the 9/11 Museum, honoring his brother James.
- His brother James died in the South Tower on 9/11 as an electrician.
- Cartier advocates for families and advances museum technology with personal connection.
Michael Cartier, Chief Information Officer at the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, channels his personal experience into his role.
Cartier has worked at the museum for 18 months, ensuring its technology runs smoothly. He is particularly dedicated to the interactive displays, including a name-finder for victims, as his own brother, James Marcel Cartier, died in the South Tower on September 11, 2001.
His brother James, an electrician, was 26 when he perished. Michael and his siblings were early advocates for victims' families, forming 'Give Your Voice' to aid in recovery and identification efforts.
After years of advocacy, the family found a way to process their grief. Cartier's children, now adults, still honor their Uncle James daily. He now finds peace working at the museum, helping to preserve history through technology.
Cartier, 49, aims to educate younger generations about 9/11. He is committed to advancing the museum's technology and honoring victims of 9/11-related illnesses, including his brother John who suffers from kidney failure.
