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President and Chief Executive Officer

Francisco Partners is a leading global private equity firm, which specializes in investments in technology businesses. Since its launch over 15 years ago, Francisco Partners has raised over $10 billion in capital and invested in more than 150 technology companies, making it one of the most active and longstanding investors in the technology industry. The firm invests in opportunities where the firm's deep sectoral knowledge and operational expertise can help companies realize their full potential.

President and Founder of Francisco Partners Consulting with notable track record of career results leading large-scale software, hardware and services operations with up to $2+ billion P&L accountability. Decisive leader and strategic change catalyst able to provide vision and execution of core initiatives to drive profitability and sustained growth in startup through Fortune 500 environments. Well-known go-to-market innovator with a history of pioneering new technologies and leading significant revenue and market share gains. Strong consensus builder and negotiator adept in forging strong alliances with industry leading entities. Specialties: CEO, Board Member and Audit Committee Chairman, P&L Management, Infrastructure Development, Cost Reduction, New Market Entry, Technology Portfolio Solutions, Pre-Post IPO Leadership, Leadership Development and Product Development.