Akamai Announces New Members Elected to its Board of Directors
Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM) has announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors. Janaki Akella, former Google executive and current board member at Southern Company, Sallie Mae Corporation, and Fractal Analytics, brings expertise in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and AI. Bas Burger, CEO of BT International, contributes extensive experience in global business transformation and go-to-market strategies.
The strategic appointments align with Akamai's focus on expanding its cloud computing presence and strengthening its cybersecurity leadership. Both directors will provide valuable insights for the company's transformation and growth initiatives, particularly in leveraging AI technologies and expanding global market presence.
Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM) ha annunciato la nomina di due nuovi membri nel suo Consiglio di Amministrazione. Janaki Akella, ex dirigente di Google e attuale membro del consiglio di Southern Company, Sallie Mae Corporation e Fractal Analytics, porta competenze in cloud computing, cybersecurity e intelligenza artificiale. Bas Burger, CEO di BT International, offre una vasta esperienza nella trasformazione aziendale globale e nelle strategie di go-to-market.
Queste nomine strategiche sono in linea con l'obiettivo di Akamai di espandere la propria presenza nel cloud computing e rafforzare la leadership nella cybersecurity. Entrambi i direttori forniranno preziose intuizioni per le iniziative di trasformazione e crescita dell'azienda, in particolare nell'utilizzo delle tecnologie AI e nell'espansione della presenza sui mercati globali.
Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM) ha anunciado el nombramiento de dos nuevos miembros en su Junta Directiva. Janaki Akella, exejecutiva de Google y actual miembro del consejo en Southern Company, Sallie Mae Corporation y Fractal Analytics, aporta experiencia en computación en la nube, ciberseguridad e inteligencia artificial. Bas Burger, CEO de BT International, contribuye con amplia experiencia en transformación empresarial global y estrategias de entrada al mercado.
Estos nombramientos estratégicos se alinean con el enfoque de Akamai en expandir su presencia en computación en la nube y fortalecer su liderazgo en ciberseguridad. Ambos directores ofrecerán valiosas perspectivas para las iniciativas de transformación y crecimiento de la empresa, especialmente en el aprovechamiento de tecnologías de IA y la expansión en mercados globales.
Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM)가 이사회에 두 명의 신규 이사를 임명했다고 발표했습니다. Janaki Akella는 전 Google 임원이자 현재 Southern Company, Sallie Mae Corporation, Fractal Analytics의 이사로서 클라우드 컴퓨팅, 사이버보안, 인공지능 분야의 전문성을 제공합니다. Bas Burger는 BT International의 CEO로서 글로벌 비즈니스 혁신 및 시장 진출 전략에 대한 풍부한 경험을 보유하고 있습니다.
이번 전략적 임명은 Akamai가 클라우드 컴퓨팅 분야를 확장하고 사이버보안 리더십을 강화하려는 목표와 일치합니다. 두 이사는 특히 AI 기술 활용과 글로벌 시장 확대에 있어 회사의 혁신과 성장 이니셔티브에 귀중한 통찰을 제공할 것입니다.
Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ : AKAM) a annoncé la nomination de deux nouveaux membres à son conseil d'administration. Janaki Akella, ancienne cadre chez Google et membre actuel des conseils d'administration de Southern Company, Sallie Mae Corporation et Fractal Analytics, apporte une expertise en informatique en nuage, cybersécurité et intelligence artificielle. Bas Burger, PDG de BT International, possède une vaste expérience en transformation des affaires à l'échelle mondiale et en stratégies de mise sur le marché.
Ces nominations stratégiques s'inscrivent dans l'objectif d'Akamai d'élargir sa présence dans le cloud computing et de renforcer son leadership en cybersécurité. Les deux administrateurs offriront des perspectives précieuses pour les initiatives de transformation et de croissance de l'entreprise, notamment dans l'exploitation des technologies d'IA et l'expansion sur les marchés mondiaux.
Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM) hat die Ernennung von zwei neuen Mitgliedern in seinen Vorstand bekannt gegeben. Janaki Akella, ehemalige Google-Managerin und derzeitiges Vorstandsmitglied bei Southern Company, Sallie Mae Corporation und Fractal Analytics, bringt Expertise in den Bereichen Cloud-Computing, Cybersicherheit und KI mit. Bas Burger, CEO von BT International, verfügt über umfangreiche Erfahrung in globaler Geschäftstransformation und Markteinführungsstrategien.
Die strategischen Ernennungen stehen im Einklang mit Akamais Fokus auf die Erweiterung seiner Präsenz im Cloud-Computing und die Stärkung seiner Führungsrolle in der Cybersicherheit. Beide Direktoren werden wertvolle Einblicke für die Transformations- und Wachstumsinitiativen des Unternehmens bieten, insbesondere bei der Nutzung von KI-Technologien und der Ausweitung der globalen Marktpräsenz.
- Strategic addition of board members with expertise in cloud computing, AI, and cybersecurity
- Enhanced governance expertise through directors with multinational corporate experience
- Strengthened international business perspective with BT International CEO joining the board
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Janaki Akella and Bas Burger bring extensive experience in global business transformation, innovation, AI, and go-to-market strategies
As a technology leader, Janaki Akella brings deep expertise in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and AI to Akamai's Board, as well as general management and strategy consulting experience. Previously, Akella served in executive leadership roles at Google and McKinsey & Company, after an early career at HP. At Google she held executive positions in three of the company's largest product areas, including head of digital transformation with Google's Cloud business. Currently, Akella serves on the Boards of Southern Company, Sallie Mae Corporation, and Fractal Analytics, an APAX Partners- and TPG-backed global provider of AI solutions to the Fortune 500. Akella's board services include oversight of cybersecurity for critical infrastructure, technology and AI-based business transformation, and governance of long-term strategic direction. She has been awarded the Distinguished Alumni award by the College of Engineering, Guindy,
Bas Burger serves as CEO of BT International, the division of the
Tom Leighton, CEO of Akamai, commented, "We are thrilled to welcome Janaki Akella and Bas Burger to our Board of Directors. Janaki's extensive experience in digital transformation and her leadership in leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI, will be invaluable as we continue to innovate and expand our cloud computing and cybersecurity offerings. Bas' experience in international business, particularly in driving global sales, channels, and go-to-market partnerships, will provide important insights as we continue through our transformation and pursue future growth opportunities."
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"I am excited to join Akamai's Board of Directors," said Akella. "I am particularly eager to bring my 'voice of the customer' perspective and support Akamai's continued successful transformation to the cybersecurity and cloud computing company that powers and protects business online."
"I am honored to join the Board of Akamai, a company that has been at the forefront of delivering superior digital experiences," said Burger. "I look forward to contributing my international business and go-to-market experience to help the company further its commitment to innovation across both cybersecurity and cloud computing."
About Akamai
Akamai is the cybersecurity and cloud computing company that powers and protects business online. Our market-leading security solutions, superior threat intelligence, and global operations team provide defense in depth to safeguard enterprise data and applications everywhere. Akamai's full-stack cloud computing solutions deliver performance and affordability on the world's most distributed platform. Global enterprises trust Akamai to provide the industry-leading reliability, scale, and expertise they need to grow their business with confidence. Learn more at akamai.com and akamai.com/blog, or follow Akamai Technologies on X and LinkedIn.
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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are not historical facts and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding Akamai's expectations about the addition of new members to its Board of Directors and the potential impact on the company's business and strategy. Each of the forward-looking statements contained herein is subject to change as a result of various important factors, many of which are beyond the company's control. Such factors include, but are not limited to, risks related to Akamai's business operations, changing market conditions, technological advancements, and other factors that are discussed in the company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q and other documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date hereof, and Akamai undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement contained herein, except as required under applicable law.
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