On July 30, 2024, SAP SE announced that Chief Revenue Officer Scott Russell and Chief Marketing and Solutions Officer Julia White will leave the Executive Board effective August 31, 2024. Russell played a key role in guiding SAP customers towards cloud adoption, enabling the company to maximize the potential of its best-of-suite offerings. CEO Christian Klein will temporarily oversee the sales organization while a search for Russell’s successor is conducted. White modernized SAP's marketing and communications, aligning product marketing with a cloud-first approach. The dissolution of the distinct Marketing and Solutions Board area will streamline SAP’s Executive Board structure, effective September 1.
SAP, a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, continues to strengthen its focus on a suite- and AI-first strategy. Chairman Pekka Ala-Pietilä and CEO Christian Klein acknowledged the significant contributions of Russell and White in SAP’s cloud transformation and leadership in Business AI. This strategic transition aims to accelerate SAP's growth and enhance its market position. SAP has been a trusted partner for over 50 years, supporting business-critical operations across finance, procurement, HR, supply chain, and customer experience.
