TBM Council Appoints First Active Federal Cabinet-Level Official to Board of Directors

Federal IT leader joins recently expanded Board to drive technology business value across Public and Private sectors.

Published on Feb. 3, 2026

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The Technology Business Management (TBM) Council has announced the appointment of Pavan Pidugu, Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), to its Board of Directors. Pidugu's appointment underscores the TBM Council's commitment to advancing IT spending transparency and value-driven digital transformation within government agencies.

Why it matters

Pavan Pidugu's experience in navigating the complexities of Federal IT, combined with his background in retail innovation, makes him a valuable addition to the TBM Council's Board. His leadership will be instrumental as the Council helps public sector organizations leverage TBM to future-proof their infrastructure and align technology strategy with business priorities.

The details

Pavan Pidugu was sworn in as CDIO of the U.S. DOT in February 2025. At the DOT, he is responsible for the digital strategy serving carriers, commercial drivers, and law enforcement agencies nationwide. He is a recipient of the World 100 Technology Leaders award for his contributions to the technology landscape.

  • Pavan Pidugu was sworn in as CDIO of the U.S. DOT in February 2025.

The players

Pavan Pidugu

Chief Digital & Information Officer (CDIO) of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).

Matthew Guarini

Executive Director for the TBM Council.

Technology Business Management (TBM) Council

A nonprofit business entity dedicated to advancing the discipline of TBM through education, standards, and collaboration.

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)

The federal agency responsible for the nation's transportation infrastructure and services.

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What they’re saying

“Pavan's experience in navigating the complexities of Federal IT, combined with his deep roots in retail innovation at Walmart and Target, makes him an invaluable asset to our Board.”

— Matthew Guarini, Executive Director for the TBM Council (PR.com)

The takeaway

Pavan Pidugu's appointment to the TBM Council's Board of Directors highlights the organization's commitment to driving technology business value across both the public and private sectors, leveraging his expertise in federal IT and retail innovation.