EBU names Annsofi Eriksson as Chief Technology Officer

Eriksson joins the EBU from Sveriges Radio, where she works as Chief Information Officer CIO and Director of Technology, and is a member of the executive management team.

She will lead a newly established department, bringing together the EBU’s work across technology, artificial intelligence, and digital platforms.

The EBU said the department will unify expertise currently spread across multiple teams, strengthening collaboration with members and industry partners, including major technology companies, and ensuring a more coordinated and strategic response to the evolving needs of public service media.

At Sveriges Radio, Eriksson has been responsible for the full IT and technology environment, including strategy, development, operations, cybersecurity, and supplier management. Her previous roles include CIO at Sergel Group and Head of IT at Länsförsäkringar Fondliv, as well as senior leadership roles at Telia Company, Tieto, Aditro AB, and Alfa Laval.

Eriksson also has strong ties to the EBU community, currently serving as Vice Chair of the EBU Technical Committee and as a Board Member of the Security4Media Association.

She will take up the role on 1 October 2026, succeeding Antonio Arcidiacono, who will leave the EBU after more than seven years leading the Technology and Innovation team.

Arcidiacono will continue in his role until Eriksson takes up her position.

Noel Curran, Director General of the EBU, said: “Annsofi brings a powerful combination of strategic vision, operational expertise, and deep understanding of the role technology plays in modern organisations. As we strengthen our work in AI, platforms, and partnerships, her leadership will be critical in ensuring we deliver maximum value to our members and speak with one strong, collective voice.”

Eriksson said: “I am honoured to take on this role at the EBU at such an important time for public service media. Technology and AI are reshaping our industry, and I look forward to working closely with members and partners to harness these opportunities, strengthen collaboration, and ensure public service media continues to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.”

The EBU recently teamed up with the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) and the Entertainment Technology Center (ETC) on a new engineering report on artificial intelligence (AI) and its effect on media. Discover more here.