CyrusOne Expands Senior Leadership Team with New Chief People Officer

DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CyrusOne, a leading global data center developer and operator specializing in delivering state-of-the-art digital infrastructure solutions, recently announced Leslie Jones as its new Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer. This strategic new role highlights CyrusOne's commitment to talent development and organizational excellence as the company continues its trajectory of growth and advancement.

"Joining CyrusOne at this exciting juncture is a tremendous opportunity," said Jones. “The data center industry is experiencing unprecedented growth and evolution, and people are at the heart of driving that expansion. My goal is to create an environment where excellence is cultivated, where each team member feels empowered to contribute their best, and where we collectively shape the future as a leading data center provider. I'm eager to leverage my experience to enhance our talent strategies, fostering a culture that attracts top-tier professionals and nurtures employee growth while aligning with CyrusOne's long-term vision."

Jones brings a wealth of experience from her previous role as Chief Human Resources Officer at Coalfire, a global cybersecurity company, where she led human capital strategy and fostered rapid growth while nurturing a thriving company culture. Her background includes being integral in taking Benefitfocus through its IPO and beyond, leading the company as head of HR during the pre- and post-IPO periods. Jones has also held key HR leadership positions at notable technology companies such as Blackbaud, Sun Microsystems, now Oracle, StorageTek, and EDS.

"Leslie's appointment marks an exciting new chapter for CyrusOne," said Eric Schwartz, CEO of CyrusOne. "Her impressive track record in scaling global organizations and fostering innovation-driven cultures aligns perfectly with our vision for the future. As we continue to build a mission- and values-driven company, Leslie's expertise will be instrumental in ensuring our team remains at the cutting edge of talent and organizational development. We're confident that her leadership will further elevate CyrusOne's position as both an industry leader and an employer of choice."

With Jones joining the leadership team, CyrusOne reinforces its commitment to cultivating a high-performing workforce capable of meeting the evolving needs of its global customer base. Her appointment comes at a pivotal time as the company continues to expand its footprint and enhance its solutions in the rapidly growing data center industry.

To learn more about CyrusOne, visit www.cyrusone.com.

About CyrusOne

CyrusOne is a leading global data center developer and operator, delivering sophisticated digital infrastructure solutions worldwide. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the company operates over 55 data centers across the United States and Europe. Specializing in comprehensive solutions for hyperscale and Fortune 1000 companies, CyrusOne enables customers to align with their unique business and sustainability goals, catering to the complex needs of AI-driven applications and services workloads. CyrusOne’s data centers offer unparalleled flexibility, enabling customers to modernize, simplify, and rapidly respond to changing demands. CyrusOne delivers tailored build-to-suit, colocation, and interconnection solutions that meet the evolving digital needs of its customers. For more information, please visit cyrusone.com.