Michael Klayko was named Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Brocade Board of Directors in January 2005. As CEO he is responsible for the company's vision strategic direction and operational management.
Klayko has more than 30 years of experience in the storage computer and telecommunications industries. Previously he was Vice President of Worldwide Sales at Brocade with responsibility for global sales activity and the development of programs designed to increase sales force effectiveness and support key partner relationships. He also served as the Vice President of Marketing and Support and Vice President of OEM Sales.
Klayko joined Brocade in January 2003 following the acquisition of Rhapsody Networks for which he served as CEO and President. Prior to working at Rhapsody Networks Klayko was Executive Vice President at McData where he managed the company's internal operations and drove business development and marketing strategies. He also held positions at EMC HP and IBM after beginning his career at Docutel and TRW. |