PA Media Group has announced the appointment of David Henderson to the role of Chief Technology Officer.

Henderson will join the business in July from Global, the media and entertainment business, where he was Chief Technology & Product Officer.

He will oversee the end-to-end technology function across the business portfolio and will lead the next phase of PA Media Group’s digital transformation.

Emily Shelley, CEO PA Media Group, said: “David’s understanding and experience of adapting businesses to meet the changing media landscape will be invaluable as we plan for the future at PA Media Group. He joins the business at an exciting time as we review our platforms and begin a new programme of innovation.”

Henderson commented: “I’m thrilled to be joining PA Media Group at a time of renewal. Audiences want and expect information they can rely on, and PA Media Group has a standout reputation for being a trusted leader in the media industry. I look forward to bringing fresh thinking and new technologies to drive growth and innovation for customers.”

Henderson will work alongside Ranj Begley who recently took up the role of Chief Revenue Officer and Managing Director of PA Media. In January Jack Lefley joined as Editor-in-Chief of PA Media.

At Global, Henderson led an ambitious digital transformation that grew revenues, diversified channels, and increased audiences. He has previously held leadership roles in the media, sports and gaming industries, including as Chief Information Officer at dmg media, the owner of Daily Mail, Metro, and Mail Online.