NetApp Appoints Beth O’Callahan as Chief Administrative Officer

NetApp, Inc. announced a strategic evolution in its leadership structure designed to enhance focus, strengthen collaboration, and drive execution across the business with the appointment of Beth O’Callahan, NetApp’s Chief Legal Officer (CLO), to Chief Administrative Officer (CAO).

In this newly expanded role, Beth will continue overseeing legal, compliance, government relations, and sustainability, while assuming responsibility for human resources, workplace experience, and corporate communications.

By unifying these critical functions under a single leadership umbrella, NetApp aims to foster greater synergy, alignment, and operational excellence in support of its corporate strategy. Beth will also maintain her role as NetApp’s corporate secretary.

“With Beth at the helm in this expanded capacity, we are strengthening our ability to execute with agility while fostering a more integrated and high-achieving organization,” said George Kurian, CEO, NetApp. “Her deep understanding of our business, commitment to excellence, and track record of driving impact make her the ideal leader to take on this role.“

A distinguished leader, Beth joined NetApp in 2013 and has played an instrumental role in shaping the company’s legal and compliance framework, holding several leadership positions within her tenure. She is widely recognized for her enterprise mindset, ability to build performing teams, relentless pursuit of business objectives, and dedication to diversity, allyship, and the ethical use of technology.

Over the course of her career, Beth has earned numerous accolades, including the National Diversity Council’s Leadership Excellence in Technology Award, Corporate Counsel Women of Power and Influence in Law, The Silicon Valley Business Journal Women of Influence Award, and the YWCA Tribute to Women and Industry Award. Beyond her professional contributions, O’Callahan is an active advocate for education and legal equity, serving on the board of directors for Bay Scholars and the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley.

“I am honored to take on this expanded role and to help shape NetApp’s talent and culture for the future-preserving its strengths while enhancing accountability, urgency, and agility to propel us to the next level,” said Beth O’Callahan.

This appointment reinforces NetApp’s commitment to operational excellence, talent development, and long-term growth, positioning the company to execute its ambitious strategic goals with even greater focus and efficiency.