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Michael will lead TIME’s technology strategy across digital platforms, engineering, enterprise technology, security, data and responsible AI, with a focus on strengthening the foundation for our journalism, audience experiences, revenue opportunities and efficient operations. Phil Mahoney and the Technology team will report to Michael and continue to work closely with the Product team led by Michael Mraz, ensuring a smooth leadership transition and continuity for the work underway. Michael brings more than 25 years of experience leading technology organizations at major media companies. Most recently, as Chief Technology Officer of G/O Media, he led technology, product, engineering and advertising operations across its portfolio, modernizing infrastructure and building data, AI, commerce and advertising capabilities that improved revenue performance and reduced costs. Previously, as Chief Technology Officer of Hearst Magazines, Michael led a global technology organization of more than 250 people and the platforms supporting more than 30 brands. He oversaw major platform migrations and expanded the company’s consumer revenue, data and AI capabilities. Earlier, he spent 17 years at Forbes, including four years as Chief Technology Officer. Michael is based in New York City and officially starts today. Please join us in welcoming him to TIME. 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