Mike Duffy has recently been appointed as the new CEO of TIME for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This appointment comes in response to the growth and development of TIME's international business, supported by long-term partnerships with global organizations and various events held in key markets around the world.
Mike Duffy's New Role at TIME
The new CEO, Mike Duffy, will be tasked with leading the business operations of this media outlet in the APAC region based on TIME's previous successes. As an experienced manager, he aims to leverage TIME's platforms to expand the media's presence in Asia and the Pacific and to establish sustainable and long-term partnerships.
Mike Duffy's Experience and Background
Mike Duffy has been appointed to this position with over 17 years of experience in building strategic partnerships in global markets. He was recently serving as the Chief Commercial Officer at The Observer. Prior to this, Mike Duffy spent six years at TIME, ultimately serving as Vice President of Partnerships and Head of the EMEA region. During his tenure, he contributed to the growth of TIME's international business and developed several multi-year partnerships, including the TIME100 AI Impact Awards in Dubai.
Duffy has also played a key role in expanding the TIME100 Impact Awards to new markets and launching TIME100 Africa in Rwanda, significantly contributing to TIME's presence in new regions. His extensive experience at TIME and international leadership makes him a suitable choice to lead a new chapter of growth for TIME in the APAC region.
Mike Duffy's Future and Vision
Mike Duffy stated, “I am very excited to return to TIME. The six years I spent here previously were some of the best of my career. The Asia-Pacific region is producing a new generation of global leaders, companies, ideas, and cultural movements, and TIME is uniquely positioned to bring together the shapers of this region. I see a lot of potential to strengthen our presence and create new and ambitious partnerships.”
