Vertiv Names Mike Giresi as Global CIO

Critical digital infrastructure firm Vertiv has announced that Mike Giresi will join as global Chief Information Officer (CIO) on 30 June 2025.

In this role, he will lead company-wide initiatives focused on AI adoption, cybersecurity, product security, and enhancing digital-enabled productivity and customer experience.

“Strong digital and IT vision and execution are central to our strategy to continue to lead the industry and constantly augment the value we are delivering to our customers,” said Giordano (Gio) Albertazzi, Vertiv CEO. “Mike deeply understands the opportunities of a rapidly evolving AI, digital and IT space and has the experience, the executional focus and expertise to reinforce our competitive advantages.”

Giresi expressed excitement in helping the global teams to create accretive value through the advancement of the company’s digital strategy initiatives.

“By continuing to evolve and improve Vertiv customer experience, product development and manufacturing capabilities, we will take the next steps towards enabling accelerated adoption of AI and digitisation for hyperscale, enterprise and edge customers,” added Giresi.

Most recently chief digital officer at consumer electronics company Molex, Giresi brings more than 30 years of IT experience, including over two decades in senior leadership roles. His previous positions include chief digital and technology officer at Aramark; CIO of Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd.; CIO of Tory Burch; CIO of Direct Brands (Columbia House & Doubleday); and CIO and SVP of IT at Godiva Chocolatier.