Dr. Craig Martell Named Chief Technology Officer at Cohesity

Cohesity, a leader in AI-powered data security and management, has appointed Dr. Craig Martell as Chief Technology Officer. Dr. Martell brings a wealth of industry expertise and experience in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, having led AI programs for top tech companies since 2013.

Prior to joining Cohesity, Dr. Martell served as the Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Officer for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), where he was responsible for accelerating the adoption of data, analytics, digital solutions, and AI functions. He also held senior roles at Lyft, Dropbox, and LinkedIn, where he led AI teams and market-moving initiatives.

In his new role at Cohesity, Dr. Martell will shape the company’s technical vision and execute a strategic roadmap for the future. His appointment comes at a crucial time as Cohesity continues to innovate at the junction of multi-cloud, security, and AI for the future of data protection.

Sanjay Poonen, president and CEO of Cohesity, expressed his excitement about Dr. Martell joining the team, highlighting the competitive advantage that AI represents for the company. With Dr. Martell’s expertise and vision, Cohesity aims to accelerate its lead in AI and machine learning capabilities critical to addressing key challenges in enterprise data.

Dr. Martell also shared his enthusiasm about joining Cohesity, emphasizing the company’s incredible technology platform and his role in advancing AI-powered innovations. His appointment underscores Cohesity’s commitment to driving innovation and staying ahead in the rapidly evolving landscape of technology and IT.