Autodesk appoints Mike Kelly as Chief Information Officer

I'm very pleased to announce Mike Kelly as our new Chief Information Officer (CIO), effective April 13, 2026. As Autodesk prepares for its next chapter of growth, AI is reshaping how enterprises operate, and we are moving proactively to lead in that moment. Bringing on a dedicated CIO strengthens our enterprise technology leadership and execution, building the foundation that enables Autodesk to move faster, execute with confidence, and deliver AI-driven, high-impact outcomes for customers. In this role, Mike will lead enterprise technology strategy, AI adoption, and the digital employee experience, aligning with Autodesk's priorities to unlock productivity, strengthen our technology foundation, and accelerate innovation. Mike brings a strong track record leading enterprise technology across AI, cybersecurity, data and analytics, and workplace experience. Most recently, he was Operating Partner and the first CIO at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z); previously he held CIO roles at Red Hat and McKesson.