ASCAP (the American Society Of Composers, Authors and Publishers) has named former New York Times digital executive Tristan Boutros as chief technology officer. Boutros will be based in New York and will report to executive vice president and chief operating officer Brian Roberts.

ASCAP said he will lead the collection society’s evolving technology strategy in partnership with the digital product, data and operations teams. Boutros previously served as chief of operations at the New York Times.

CEO Elizabeth Matthews commented: “We are thrilled to welcome Tristan to the ASCAP team. He brings a unique combination of the understanding of third party technology solutions available in the market as a complement to his technical expertise in building internal solutions. His experience helping top organisations achieve their technology goals makes him the perfect person for this role.” 

"I am excited to have the chance to create an incredibly robust platform at ASCAP, developing the tools and experiences that further empower our members and licensees; and change the way they work, communicate, and receive payment,” said Boutros. “I look forward to working with the whole team at ASCAP to bring this future to our members, and to unlock new capabilities for all of us."

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