# Michael Dugan joins TIME as Chief Technology Officer

> TIME appoints Michael Dugan, a veteran media technology executive with 25 years of experience, as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately.
- Title: Michael Dugan joins TIME as Chief Technology Officer · TIME
- Summary: TIME appoints Michael Dugan, a veteran media technology executive with 25 years of experience, as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately.
- Keywords: time, michael dugan, chief technology officer, media technology, digital platforms, artificial intelligence
- Source: TIME — https://time.com/article/2026/11/06/michael-dugan-joins-time-as-chief-technology-officer
- Author: TIME PR
- Published: 2026-11-09T14:15:00+00:00
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- Topics: time, michael dugan, chief technology officer, media technology, digital platforms, artificial intelligence
## TIME names new technology chief
TIME has appointed Michael Dugan as Chief Technology Officer, reporting to Chief Operating Officer Mark Howard. He officially starts today.
## Dugan's role spans strategy and operations
Dugan will lead technology strategy across digital platforms, engineering, enterprise technology, security, data and responsible AI. His focus is strengthening foundations for journalism, audience experiences, revenue and operations.
## Dugan brings 25 years of media experience
Dugan most recently served as Chief Technology Officer of G/O Media, where he led technology and advertising operations.
## Key takeaway

TIME hired Michael Dugan as Chief Technology Officer to lead technology strategy across digital platforms, engineering, security, data and AI as the company prepares for growth in 2027.