Equinix Appoints Olivier Leonetti as New CFO, Succeeding Retiring Keith Taylor

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Equinix announced the appointment of Olivier Leonetti, a seasoned executive from Eaton and Johnson Controls, as its new Chief Financial Officer, effective March 16, 2026, succeeding the retiring Keith Taylor.

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• New Chief Financial Officer Appointed

  Olivier Leonetti, formerly CFO of Eaton and Johnson Controls, has been appointed as Equinix's Chief Financial Officer, effective March 16, 2026.

• Smooth Leadership Transition

  Mr. Leonetti succeeds Keith Taylor, who is retiring after 27 years and will serve as a Special Advisor for approximately one year to ensure a seamless transition.

• Executive Compensation Package

  Mr. Leonetti's compensation includes an annual base salary of $700,000, a target annual bonus of 100% of base, an initial annual equity award of $10 million, a $200,000 cash sign-on bonus, and a $5 million sign-on equity award.

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This filing details the appointment of Olivier Leonetti as Equinix's new Chief Financial Officer, a critical leadership role. Mr. Leonetti brings extensive experience from other large public companies, including Eaton and Johnson Controls, which should ensure continuity in financial leadership. The outgoing CFO, Keith Taylor, will transition to a special advisor role for a year, facilitating a smooth handover. This well-managed executive transition, with a highly qualified successor, is a positive signal for the company's ongoing stability and strategic execution, especially following recent significant M&A and financing activities.