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PPL appoint new technology man
By CMU Editorial | Published on Monday 20 June 2011
UK recording rights collecting society PPL has appointed former Deloitte consultant Mark Douglas to the new role of Chief Technology Officer, where he will oversee the development of both internal and consumer-facing technology platforms.
Says Douglas: “I am thrilled to be joining PPL at this important stage in the company’s evolution.Data and technology systems have a critically important role to play in enhancing the service we provide to the music industry and I have been hugely impressed by the way in which the PPL leadership team have embraced this. The investment over the past few years in modernising its systems’ landscape and the creation of this new role are testament to the ambition of the company”.
PPL MD Peter Leathem told CMU: “Mark brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience from across the media sector. I am absolutely delighted that he has joined PPL and I am sure that he will make a significant contribution in this new and important role. It is critical for the company to develop its systems as we move forward. The industry is becoming increasingly complex and to meet the global demands of all our constituents it means that we must understand the role of evolving technology to enhance PPL’s business. Mark’s experience will prove invaluable in ensuring that process”.
