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Denali Strengthens Leadership Team to Propel Innovation and Customer Success

At Denali, our mission is to drive innovation and deliver exceptional value to our customers. To build on this commitment, we are excited to announce key updates to our executive leadership team, positioning Denali for continued growth and success.

Erez Yarkoni Named President

Since joining Denali in September 2023, Erez Yarkoni has made a significant impact, particularly in advancing our go-to-market strategy. Now, as our newly appointed President, Erez will lead the charge in driving Denali’s strategic vision and ensuring we remain a trusted partner for our customers. Reporting directly to CEO Mohamad (Alex) Daher, Erez’s leadership will guide Denali into its next phase of growth.

Promotions to Executive Vice President Roles

We’re proud to celebrate two well-deserved promotions within our executive team:

  • Justin Long, previously leading Denali’s Automation business for nearly three years, has been promoted to Executive Vice President of Innovation. In his new role, Justin will unify our automation and solutions business units, fostering a more integrated approach to solution delivery.
  • Lisanne Schliemann has been elevated to Executive Vice President of Operations & Service Delivery. Lisanne will continue to lead our global operations, service delivery, and support teams, focusing on scaling these functions to meet the demands of our growing customer base.

Aghati Mekkaoui Joins the Executive Leadership Team

We are also delighted to announce that Aghati Mekkaoui has joined Denali’s Executive Leadership Team. As Global Controller, Aghati has been a cornerstone of Denali’s financial operations for over 25 years. Since joining the company in 1998 and serving as Controller since 2010, she has played a critical role in overseeing financial operations, tax compliance, and corporate governance across multiple regions. Her expanded responsibilities within finance reflect her outstanding contributions to the organization. Aghati will also report directly to the CEO.

Looking Ahead

These strategic leadership appointments underscore our dedication to delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to our customers. With this strengthened leadership team, Denali is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of our clients and drive meaningful progress in the industry.

We invite you to learn more about our leadership team and how Denali is empowering businesses to innovate and thrive by visiting www.denaliai.com/team.

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