Asaf Ashkenazi new Verimatrix CEO
July 29, 2022
Digital content security specialist Verimatrix has confirmed the appointment of Asaf Ashkenazi as Chief Executive Officer effective August 1st, 2022. Amedeo D’Angelo, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer since 2015, remains Executive Chairman of Verimatrix effective the same day.
Ashkenazi joined Verimatrix in 2018 and currently serves as Chief Operating Officer. He will lead the company’s ongoing business model transformation announced in 2021 that focuses on recurring subscription-based revenue sources and new products.
“This evolution and reinforcement of the Verimatrix governance structure aligns well with the company’s needs as we further the progression of our business model,” commented D’Angelo. “I look forward to working closely with Asaf in his newly expanded role as CEO during this strategic development of Verimatrix.”
Previously leading the company’s R&D, product, sales and marketing operations, Ashkenazi will continue to harness his distinct mix of cybersecurity expertise and management successes. His previous positions included key roles at companies such as Qualcomm and Motorola.