Summary:
- Chief Technical Officer Paul Finch is stepping down from Kao Data after over a decade, transitioning to a new role as Senior Advisor to the Board.
- Chief Operating Officer Pete Judson will now oversee design, construction, and operations responsibilities at Kao Data.
- Finch played a key role in shaping Kao Data’s strategies and growth, contributing to the company’s reputation in high-performance, energy-efficient facilities.
Article:
Kao Data Announces Leadership Transition
In a recent announcement, Kao Data has revealed that Chief Technical Officer Paul Finch will be stepping down from his role after more than ten years with the company. Finch will be taking on a new position as Senior Advisor to the Board, marking a significant transition in the leadership team at Kao Data. Moving forward, Chief Operating Officer Pete Judson will be taking on additional responsibilities, including oversight of design, construction, and operations at the data center company.Throughout his tenure at Kao Data, Finch played a crucial role in shaping the company’s engineering, design, operational, and construction strategies. He also served in various key positions such as Interim CEO, COO, and CTO, contributing to the growth of infrastructure for Kao Data’s customers in cloud computing, AI, high-performance computing, life sciences, and financial services. Finch’s efforts have helped establish Kao Data as a reputable provider of high-performance and energy-efficient data center facilities.
Reflecting on his time at Kao Data, Finch expressed gratitude towards the company’s founding investors and the talented professionals who supported him throughout his journey. He acknowledged the trust and accountability of the shareholder consortium, including Goldacre, the Noe Group, Legal & General, and Infratil, and thanked them for their support. David Bloom, Founder and Executive Chairman of Kao Data, commended Finch for his contributions to the company and expressed appreciation for his dedication, integrity, and leadership.
As Kao Data transitions to a new phase with Finch’s departure, the company looks forward to his continued involvement as Senior Advisor to the Board. While Finch’s day-to-day participation will be missed, his guidance and expertise will continue to benefit Kao Data as it moves forward with its mission. The leadership transition signifies a new chapter for Kao Data, with Pete Judson stepping into a more comprehensive role to drive the company’s design, construction, and operations efforts.
