Cloudera appoints Leo Brunnick as Chief Product Officer

To drive AI and data innovation

Cloudera has appointed Leo Brunnick as its new Chief Product Officer. Brunnick brings over 30 years of leadership experience in the technology sector and will be key in driving the company’s product and technology strategy.

He will work closely with CEO Charles Sansbury and the leadership team to shape Cloudera’s future in AI, data management, and hybrid solutions.

In his new role, Brunnick will oversee Cloudera’s product development and innovation, ensuring the company offers cutting-edge solutions to its global customer base. Cloudera’s platform combines on-premises and cloud-native data services, positioning the company as a leader in hybrid cloud solutions.

As the demand for more flexible, scalable, and secure data infrastructure increases, Brunnick’s leadership is expected to accelerate Cloudera’s momentum in meeting the evolving needs of modern enterprises.

Cloudera CEO Charles Sansbury welcomed Brunnick to the team, highlighting his strategic value. “Leo’s experience guiding high-performing teams and translating customer needs into platform excellence will be invaluable to Cloudera as we continue to lead the data, analytics, and AI markets,” said Sansbury.

“With Leo officially onboard, Cloudera is set to continue accelerating product innovation, ensuring that we provide our customers with the most robust hybrid solution on the market.”

Brunnick expressed his excitement about Cloudera’s unique hybrid offering: “Not many companies today understand that enterprises require flexibility to deploy new solutions successfully, but Cloudera has that down.

“The company is the only data platform provider offering robust on-premises and cloud-native data and AI services, allowing for a truly hybrid experience behind customer firewalls. These capabilities, combined with the incredible AI talent and growing ecosystem of partners, drew me to the company,” he added.

Cloudera’s mission

This vision aligns closely with Cloudera’s mission to provide enterprises with seamless, secure, and highly scalable solutions that bridge the gap between on-premises infrastructure and the cloud. Brunnick’s deep expertise in product development and market strategy will help further Cloudera’s position as a leader in hybrid data management, AI-driven analytics, and enterprise solutions.

Brunnick’s career spans more than three decades, during which he has held several key leadership positions in prominent technology companies. Most recently, he served as the Chief Operating Officer of Naviga, a software provider specialising in content development for the media industry.

During his six-year tenure at Naviga, Brunnick led a team of over 600 professionals in product development, marketing, engineering, and customer support. His efforts significantly contributed to the company’s growth and market positioning.

Before Naviga, Brunnick held several senior roles at Vignette, including Executive Vice President of Engineering, Chief Product Officer, and Chief Marketing Officer. His leadership helped guide Vignette through a significant transformation, culminating in OpenText’s acquisition in 2008.

Brunnick’s career also includes service as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. He holds an MBA from Georgia State University and a Bachelor of Science in General Engineering from Harvard University.

Brunnick’s appointment comes as Cloudera continues to strengthen its position as a leader in hybrid data solutions. With increasing demand for integrated AI and data analytics platforms, Cloudera’s ability to offer seamless hybrid cloud and on-premises services remains a key differentiator in the market.

Under Brunnick’s leadership, the company aims to build on its successes, introducing new products and features that empower businesses to harness the full potential of their data.

As Cloudera positions itself for the future, Brunnick’s leadership will play a pivotal role in developing next-generation AI and data solutions that enable enterprises to navigate the increasingly complex landscape of modern technology.

With his proven record of driving product innovation and expertise in hybrid platforms, Cloudera is well-positioned to continue advancing its market-leading data solutions and AI capabilities. Image: Leo Brunnick is the new Chief Product Officer of Cloudera, the only true hybrid platform for data, analytics, and AI. Credit: Cloudera