Giresi will further enhance Vertiv's digital and AI strategies, benefiting executive effectiveness, excellent customer experience and high operational capacity
Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global leader in critical digital infrastructure, announced that Mike Giresi will join the company on June 30, 2025 as its global Chief Information Officer (CIO) to lead its efforts to embrace AI across operations, cybersecurity, product stewardship, and drive digital productivity and customer experience.
“Good vision and strong digital and IT execution capabilities are at the heart of our strategy to continue to lead the industry and continuously increase the value we offer to our customers,” said Giordano Albertazzi, CEO of Vertiv. “Mike has a deep understanding of the opportunities presented by the rapidly evolving AI, digital and IT environment and has the experience, executive approach and skills necessary to increase our competitive advantages.”
Giresi adds: "I am excited to join Vertiv to collaborate with teams to create added value by advancing the company's digital strategies. By continuing to evolve and improve Vertiv's customer experience, technology development and manufacturing capabilities, we will be able to embark on new paths to accelerate AI adoption and digitalization processes for hyperscale, enterprise and edge customers."
Giresi, who most recently served as chief digital officer for consumer electronics company Molex, has more than 30 years of experience in the IT industry, including more than 20 in leadership roles. Previously, he served as chief digital & technology officer of Aramark, CIO of Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd., CIO of Tory Burch, CIO of Direct Brands (Columbia House and Doubleday), and CIO, SVP IT of Godiva Chocolatier.
Giresi holds an Executive MBA from the Erivan K. Haub School of Business at Saint Joseph's University and a bachelor's degree in English and Information Systems from Seton Hall University.
