Equinix CEO Smith resigns, Van Camp named as interim CEO

Nieuws Breedband Wereld 26 JAN 2018
Equinix CEO Smith resigns, Van Camp named as interim CEO
Equinix announced that CEO Steve Smith resigned both from the role of CEO and from the Equinix board of directors after exercising poor judgment with respect to an employee matter. The Equinix BoD, in the best interests of the company, accepted his resignation and appointed executive chairman Peter Van Camp interim CEO of the company, effective immediately. The board will commence a formal process to appoint a new CEO. Van Camp has been with Equinix in key roles for more than 17 years.

Van Camp served as CEO of Equinix for seven years (2000 to 2007). Since 2007, he has served as executive chairman of the Equinix board of directors. During his tenure, Van Camp remained highly engaged in the day-to-day business and played an active role in every major decision the company has made. Van Camp will retain his executive chairman responsibilities during the interim period.

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