BELLEVUE, Wash. - TelAve -- The Technology Business Management (TBM) Council, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing TBM standards, today announced the appointment of four leaders to its Board of Directors. These appointments infuse the Council with diverse expertise to guide the movement into its next era of global impact.

The Council's mission is two-fold: to establish TBM as the global standard for technology business value and to enable practitioners to operate successful TBM disciplines. These directors will act as a strategic compass, ensuring integrity and providing foresight for the community.

"By welcoming Dan, Tom, Tahir, and Matt, we set a new standard for the TBM movement," said Board Chairwoman Laura Walsh. "Their knowledge will empower us to refine our strategic direction and ensure technology continues to evolve from a cost center to a genuine driver of business value."

• Dan Robinson, CFO for Liberty Mutual's Technology Group: Dan manages the technology budget for Liberty Mutual Insurance, optimizing value across the organization. His 18-year tenure includes roles in corporate finance, strategy, and M&A. He is a CFA charterholder with an MBA from Babson College.
• Tom McHale, CFO and VP of Business Operations for SunStream Business Services: Tom joined SunStream in 2021 with 15 years of financial leadership. A champion for TBM, he has implemented the discipline in three organizations. He holds a JD from the University of St. Thomas Law School.
• Tahir Yaqub, Operating Partner & Portfolio CTO at Global Infrastructure Partners (BlackRock): Tahir oversees technology strategy for over 80 portfolio companies worldwide, supporting ~$200 billion in Assets Under Management. He has 25 years of experience in digital transformation and holds an MBA from Georgetown University.
• Matthew Guarini, Executive Director for the TBM Council: Matthew leads the Council's mission to shift technology from a cost center to a core business driver. His background includes leading the CIO practice for Forrester Research and serving as a utility CIO.

This group joins at a critical inflection point as AI accelerates. Their wisdom will reinforce the Council's role in defining how technology delivers value through research and education. The Council invites the community to welcome these leaders as they elevate technology to a business differentiator.

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About TBM Council: The TBM Council is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing TBM through education and collaboration. Governed by an independent board, it represents companies like Mastercard and FedEx. Visit https://www.tbmcouncil.org