He will be replacing Chuck Berger, who has resigned from his position and from the Board of Directors of Extreme Networks
Extreme Networks’ Board Chairman Ed Meyercord becomes its President and CEO effective April 19, 2015. Mr. Meyercord will be replacing Chuck Berger, who has resigned from his position and from the Board of Directors of Extreme Networks effective April 19, 2015.
“Mr. Berger has played a critical role at an important time in Extreme Networks’ history. Among his many contributions, he was instrumental in completing the Enterasys acquisition and recruited a world-class executive leadership team,” said Mr. John Shoemaker, Chairman of the Corporate Governance and Nominations Committee of the Board. “The Extreme Networks board is grateful for all that Chuck has accomplished over the past two years and wishes him well in his future endeavors.”
Having served on the Extreme Networks’ board for over five years as an independent director, Mr. Meyercord brings a deep knowledge of the company and commitment to Extreme customers and employees. “I am extremely excited about the opportunities for the Company and believe that the quality of Extreme’s highly talented team, impressive technology and large base of loyal customers can generate future growth and profitability,” stated Meyercord.