The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), the world’s largest computing society, has announced the appointment of Tom Romanoff as its new Policy Director. In his role, Romanoff will oversee ACM’s efforts to engage with global policymakers and provide expert insights into the technical aspects and societal implications of computing innovations.
Romanoff brings a wealth of experience to ACM, having served as Director of the Technology Project at the Bipartisan Policy Center. In that role, he addressed critical issues such as artificial intelligence, data privacy, cybersecurity, augmented reality, and online content moderation. He also worked to promote competition in the tech sector, explore advancements in cloud computing, and examine space technologies.
Previously, Romanoff contributed to the United Nations Development Program by modernizing its global data collection and analytics systems. His work emphasized leveraging digital tools to enhance transparency, accountability, and equity in governance.
In addition to his policy work, Romanoff is an Adjunct Professor at Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College of Information Systems and Public Policy. There, he shares his expertise in AI and technology policy with future public policy and management leaders.
As Policy Director, Romanoff will coordinate ACM’s activities through its global Technology Policy Council. The council includes the US Technology Policy Committee (USTPC) and the Europe Technology Policy Committee (ETPC).
Romanoff’s leadership will also bolster ACM’s ongoing commitment to producing scientifically grounded resources for lawmakers and fostering discussions that address the challenges and opportunities of new technologies.
As computing innovations increasingly shape the global landscape, Romanoff’s appointment reflects ACM’s dedication to supporting informed and equitable policy decisions. With his extensive experience in technology strategy, public policy, and academia, Romanoff is poised to guide ACM’s mission of advancing the public’s understanding of computing and its societal impact.
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