COOs bring a fresh perspective to optimize operations, enhance efficiency, and execute strategic growth initiatives. In February 2025, many COOs have made a transition in their career, and today, Operations Council will focus on 14 Chief Operating Officers that accepted new roles this month.
Salesforce Names Robin Washington as New President and COFO
Salesforce, the world’s #1 AI CRM, announced that Robin Washington will become President and Chief Operating and Financial Officer (COFO). In this newly created role, Washington will lead Salesforce’s next phase of transformation, driving profitable growth, operational excellence, and financial strategy—while accelerating the transformation of every company into an Agentforce company, in the new agentic era.
TransUnion Names Tiffani Chambers as New COO
Tiffani Chambers has joined TransUnion as Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer. Tiffani will oversee activities including consumer relations, customer delivery and relationship management, TransUnion’s Global Capability Center network, procurement and real estate.
RingCentral Names Kira Makagon as New President and COO
RingCentral has promoted Kira Makagon to President and COO with the remit of driving innovation and growth. Announced during RingCentral’s latest earnings call for Q4 CY2024, Makagon will step up from Chief Innovation Officer to manage the UCaaS and CCaaS business’s product and technology arms.
Fox Names John Nallen as New COO
John Nallen has been named president and chief operating officer of Fox Corporation and signed a new long-term employment agreement through June 2028. Nallen previously served as 21CF’s EVP and Deputy Chief Financial Officer.
On The Border Names Monte Batson as New COO
On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina has named industry veteran Monte Batson as its new chief operating officer. Batson was most recently regional vice president of operations for Tampa, Fla.-based Bloomin’ Brands Inc., parent to the Bonefish Grill, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar and Outback Steakhouse brands.
Husch Blackwell Names Angela Quinn as New COO
Husch Blackwell announced the next phase in its strategic growth, naming Angela Quinn as its new Chief Operating Officer and reimagining its leadership structure to position it for future lateral and acquisition expansion. A 20-year firm veteran, Quinn has practiced law and held senior leadership positions at Husch Blackwell—most recently as the firm’s Chief Client Officer—giving her in-depth experience and understanding of the firm and the needs of its clients and attorneys.
New Charter Technologies Names Christopher Luise as New COO
New Charter Technologies, a portfolio company of Palo Alto-based private equity firm Oval Partners, has announced the appointment of Christopher J. Luise as Chief Operating Officer. Luise, formerly CEO of ADNET Technologies (a New Charter Technologies company), brings extensive leadership experience and a strong track record of driving growth and operational maturity.
Tropical Smoothie Café Names Johnathan Biggs as New COO
Tropical Smoothie Cafe has announced significant changes to its leadership team with the appointment of Jonathan Biggs as its new chief operating officer (COO). Biggs joins Tropical Smoothie Cafe from Baskin-Robbins, where he was the brand head managing operations throughout the US.
Okta Names Eric Kelleher as New COO
Okta, Inc., the leading independent identity partner, announced the appointment of Eric Kelleher as President and Chief Operating Officer (COO). Kelleher has been with Okta since 2016 and will be forming a new Office of the COO organization focused on reigniting growth, championing the Okta Secure Identity Commitment, and building on Okta’s reputation as the World’s Identity Company.
Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics Names Karen Carter as New COO
Karen S. Carter is making history as Dow’s new COO, the first woman to hold the position. As COO, Carter will lead business and operational performance across the organization, focus on strengthening Dow’s customer engagement and relationships, accelerate the commercialization of the organization’s innovation pipeline, and improve the company’s reliability and customer service.
Accuray names Leonel Peralta as new COO
Accuray Incorporated, a company specializing in surgical and medical instruments, announced the appointment of Leonel Peralta as its new Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer. Peralta brings a wealth of experience from his previous role as Vice President, Head of Global Operations for Siemens Healthineers’ ultrasound division.
HFW Names Aravinda Subasinghe as New COO
HFW has named Aravinda Subasinghe as new chief operating officer. He recently was the COO at Deloitte’s Financial Advisory for North and South Europe. He spent over 10 years at the Big Four firm and was previously at KPMG and BDO in Australia.
Orrstown Financial Services Names Adam Metz as New COO
Orrstown Financial Services, Inc. announced the promotion of Adam L. Metz to Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of the company. Metz has a history with Orrstown, having served as Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer since February 2019. Prior to this, he held the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Lending Officer from September 2016.
Hazel Health Names Marianna Spanos as New COO
Hazel Health, the nation’s largest school-centered telehealth provider, announced Marianna Spanos as Chief Operating Officer. Marianna Spanos is a seasoned healthcare executive with a track record of developing and scaling healthcare technology and services companies, including most recently Oscar Health.
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COO’s on the Move: January 2025
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