Ciena Appoints Marc Graff as New CFO

Ciena has appointed Marc Graff as its new CFO. Graff previously held CFO positions at Altera and Intel's data center and AI group. His experience in the tech industry will likely contribute to Ciena's growth in the market for hardware and software solutions.

Ciena has appointed Marc Graff as its new chief financial officer, effective August 1, 2025. Graff brings nearly three decades of financial expertise and industry knowledge, particularly in data center-related technologies. He previously served as CFO at Altera, a provider of hardware and software solutions, and as CFO and chief operating officer for Intel's Data Center and AI group. Graff will succeed James Moylan, who is set to retire shortly after Graff's appointment.

Graff's appointment comes at a pivotal time for Ciena, as the demand for high-speed connectivity continues to rise due to the growth of artificial intelligence and cloud computing. Ciena's CEO, Gary Smith, stated that Graff's extensive experience in the tech industry will be instrumental in driving the company's growth in the market for hardware and software solutions [1].

Graff's tenure at Altera and Intel's Data Center and AI group has equipped him with a deep understanding of the financial and operational dynamics of the data center and AI sectors. This experience is expected to be invaluable as Ciena expands its portfolio and navigates the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

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[1] https://www.marketwatch.com/story/ciena-taps-marc-graff-as-cfo-0bb8f44b