Recording Academy Names Chief Info Officer

• The Recording Academy® announced the appointment of David Gregory as Chief Information Officer. Reporting to Co-President Panos A. Panay, Gregory will lead the IT team responsible for the overall technology infrastructure at the Academy and its awards shows, including network and systems technology, distribution and support of mobile devices, and training. Gregory also oversees the applications that manage membership and the voting process for the GRAMMY Awards® and supports the organization in achieving its diverse business objectives.

“Implementing new technological solutions is critical as we sharpen and modernize our service to staff and members,” said Harvey Mason Jr., CEO of the Recording Academy. “David’s track record will further accelerate the Academy’s growth as we continue to refine our practices on every level and transform the future of the organization.”

Gregory most recently served as VP of Technology Resources at Berklee College of Music for six years, and also taught advanced music theory and composition for Berklee Online. He was previously VP of Technology at Smith College and Chief Information Officer at Colgate University. From 1994 to 2002, Gregory was the Founder and Chief Creative Officer for Media Station.

“I’m delighted to welcome David to the Academy as our new Chief Information Officer,” said Panay. “I’ve had the pleasure of working together with David for many years and look forward to bringing his talent and experience to the Academy as we architect and redevelop our data and technological infrastructure to meet the demands and needs of a new Academy and a new music business.”