The NCAA has named John Macrina, an industry leader with a distinguished career in technology strategy and innovation, as vice president and chief technology officer. With more than 25 years of experience, Macrina has made significant contributions to the technological advancements within global firms, showcasing his expertise in enterprise technology and digital transformation.
Macrina most recently served as senior vice president and global head of enterprise technology at TelevisaUnivision, where he was responsible for creating and delivering enterprise technology and data strategies. His work there led to successful organizational transformations, the development of new capabilities and increased efficiencies. Macrina also played a pivotal role in TelevisaUnivision's digital transformation, enabling technology for the digitization of revenue, corporate and broadcast/production functions.
Before his tenure at TelevisaUnivision, Macrina held key leadership positions at NBCUniversal and Bristol Myers Squibb. In these roles, he was instrumental in creating and executing critical information technology, enterprise data and enterprise architecture initiatives. His leadership was marked by strategic innovation, global delivery and adoption, and operational excellence.
"I am thrilled to join the NCAA and lead its technology initiatives at such a crucial time," Macrina said. "The NCAA's commitment to excellence and its dedication to supporting student-athletes aligns perfectly with my passion for using technology to drive transformation and growth. I look forward to working with the talented team at the NCAA to enhance our technological capabilities and support the organization's mission."
Macrina's extensive background in technology and his ability to drive digital transformation make him a valuable addition to the NCAA leadership team, as do his experience in leading large-scale technology projects and his innovative approach to problem-solving.
"In his distinguished career, John has demonstrated an exceptional ability to lead and innovate within complex settings," NCAA President Charlie Baker said. "His vision and expertise make him an ideal fit for the NCAA as we continue to advance our infrastructure. We are excited to welcome John to our team."
"John's visionary leadership and extensive experience will be instrumental in driving our future technology strategy," said Mario Morris, NCAA senior vice president of administration and chief financial officer. "His ability to navigate complex technological challenges will benefit the NCAA national office, our member institutions and student-athletes."
Macrina's background as a Division I student-athlete enhances his understanding of the collegiate athletics environment. He is a former Big East Conference tennis student-athlete and Big East Academic All-Star at Seton Hall.
Macrina will begin with the NCAA on June 3.
