ACM has named Alison Derbenwick Miller Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director effective August 3, 2026.
As ACM’s most senior staff member, she will work alongside ACM’s volunteer leadership and professional staff to strengthen the Association’s role as the global home for the computing community while advancing its mission of research, education, professional development and scientific collaboration.
A longtime ACM volunteer leader, Derbenwick Miller brings more than three decades of executive leadership experience spanning research, education, enterprise technology, and global partnerships.
“At this moment, ACM’s mission has never been more important,” said Derbenwick Miller. “I look forward to working with our members, volunteers, partners and staff to welcome new computing communities, strengthen ACM’s impact and ensure both current and the next generation of computing professionals continue to lead with technical excellence and a commitment to the public good.”