Pavan Pidugu is the Chief Information Officer of the U.S. Department of Transportation, sworn in on February 18, 2025. He is a visionary technology leader with over a decade of experience driving digital transformation in the retail sector for global brands including Target, NCR, and Walmart. Prior to his DOT appointment, Pavan served as Chief Technology Officer of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, where he fundamentally reshaped how the agency develops and delivers technology. A recognized innovator named one of the World’s Top 100 Technology Leaders (2024), he has delivered significant revenue generation and cost-savings through data-driven, people-centered approaches. Pavan excels in building high-performance, cross-functional teams and mentoring emerging tech talent, translating technological advancement into substantial operational value.