Lumen Technologies has announced the appointment of Jim Fowler as Executive Vice President and Chief Technology & Product Officer, effective January 5, 2026. Reporting to CEO Kate Johnson, Fowler will oversee Lumen’s global technology and product strategy, covering the company’s network, digital platforms, and product portfolio. He has served on Lumen’s Board of Directors since 2023 and previously held senior technology roles at Nationwide Insurance and General Electric.
Johnson stated, “Jim is uniquely suited to lead our technology and product teams as we unlock the value of Dave’s contributions, solidifying our transformation progress and returning Lumen to revenue growth.” Fowler joins Lumen from Nationwide Insurance, where he led technology modernization and digital transformation. Earlier, he spent nearly two decades at General Electric in senior technology roles after starting his career at AT&T and Accenture.
Fowler said he looks forward to strengthening Lumen’s position as a trusted network for AI, noting, “I’ve seen firsthand as a board member and a customer the work this team has done to design a next-generation roadmap for the network and products.” He emphasized his commitment to working closely with engineering and product teams to deliver continued innovation for customers and shareholders.