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Equinix CFO's Epic 27-Year Run Ends in 2026
6 Dec
Summary
- Equinix CFO Keith Taylor to retire in 2026 after 27 years.
- Taylor guided Equinix through its 2020 initial public offering.
- He will transition to a strategic advisor role post-retirement.

Equinix CFO Keith Taylor has announced his retirement from the digital infrastructure company, scheduled for 2026. This marks the end of an extensive 27-year career at Equinix, with 20 of those years spent as the chief financial officer. Taylor's leadership was instrumental in shaping the company's financial direction. His tenure included steering Equinix through its successful initial public offering in 2020. The company has commenced a search for a successor to ensure a smooth handover before Taylor's planned departure. He will continue in an advisory capacity for approximately one year. Taylor will serve as a strategic advisor to CEO Adaire Fox-Martin, working part-time and receiving a $48,000 annual salary until March 1, 2027. This transition occurs as Equinix aims to double its data center capacity by 2029, capitalizing on the surging demand in the artificial intelligence sector.




