Progress, a trusted provider of AI-powered infrastructure software, has announced the appointment of Amanda Arria as the new Chief People Officer (CPO), effective October 28, 2024. In this pivotal role, Arria will oversee all aspects of Progress’ global People Team, reporting directly to CEO Yogesh Gupta.
Amanda Arria’s Background
- Expertise: Renowned Human Resources professional skilled in fostering employee-centric cultures and collaborating with senior leaders.
- Previous Roles:
- Chief Human Resources Officer at EFI, overseeing HR functions across EFI and Fiery businesses.
- Held leadership positions at Schneider Electric and EMC (acquired by Dell Technology).
- Extensive experience in mergers and acquisitions, leading cultural and people integration efforts during numerous acquisitions.
- Community Involvement: Founder of Women in Energy, a global network of over 5,000 women dedicated to supporting each other’s growth in technology and energy sectors.
Progress Total Growth Strategy
Amanda Arria will play a critical role in advancing Progress’ Total Growth Strategy, which is centered on three key pillars:
- Invest and Innovate
- Acquire and Integrate
- Drive Customer Success
In her new role, Arria will:
- Lead the evolution of the company’s organization and culture.
- Align the People Team function with business objectives.
- Foster a committed and engaged workforce among the global team of over 2,500 employees.
- Enhance the company’s overall organizational effectiveness.
Quotes from Leadership
Yogesh Gupta, CEO of Progress, stated, “Amanda Arria is an exceptional Human Resources professional with a talent for building strong employee-centric cultures. Her experience at multi-billion-dollar organizations and ability to align business and people priorities will be critical as Progress continues to successfully deliver upon our Total Growth Strategy.”
Arria expressed her commitment, saying, “Progress has a tremendous culture built by people who are collaborative, accountable, and innovative. I want to build on that foundation by leveraging my global business experience to create a world-class people strategy that will empower Progress employees to thrive as the business continues to grow and evolve.”
With the appointment of Amanda Arria as Chief People Officer, Progress is poised to enhance its organizational culture and effectiveness. Her extensive experience and commitment to fostering a collaborative workplace will support the successful execution of the company’s growth strategy.
