WSO2, a provider of open-source infrastructure, has announced the appointment of Harry Ault as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Ault will oversee the company’s daily operations and strategic direction, collaborating with the executive team to advance its global presence and platform strategy.
The appointment comes as WSO2 intensifies its focus on AI-native tooling and Trusted AI Governance, particularly through its Agentic Enterprise Fabric. This framework integrates agent, API, integration, identity, and engineering platforms to assist enterprises in developing, managing, and scaling AI agents with robust governance.
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WSO2 : Ault’s Background and Strategic Vision
Harry Ault brings over two decades of experience in revenue leadership, strategic partnerships, corporate development, and global go-to-market strategies. Prior to joining WSO2, he served as Chief Revenue Officer at SambaNova Systems, a company specializing in AI inference chip technology, where he managed global sales, marketing, field engineering, and support. His career is marked by a history of driving growth and scaling business strategies across various sectors.
Jonas Persson, Chairman of the WSO2 Board, commented on the appointment, stating, “Harry’s proven ability to build effective teams and scale go-to-market strategies globally makes him the right leader to guide WSO2 into its next chapter.”
Ault expressed his perspective on the new role: “WSO2 has established a strong platform and a loyal customer base over the past two decades. As organizations transition into AI-driven, agentic enterprises, they require a reliable open-source partner to navigate this change with speed and control. I am committed to deepening our engagement within the open-source community, expanding our global partner ecosystem, and enhancing WSO2’s value for customers and developers.”
Leadership Transition and Company Direction
Ault’s appointment follows a period of executive team expansion at WSO2, which has included the addition of a new Chief Financial Officer and Chief Marketing Officer. He succeeds Dr. Sanjiva Weerawarana, the company’s founder and former CEO, who stepped down in May 2026. Devaka Randeniya, WSO2’s Chief Revenue Officer, served as Acting CEO during the transition and will continue to work closely with Ault.
Founded in 2005, WSO2 has provided open-source infrastructure for millions globally, evolving its offerings to include AI-native solutions. The company currently serves over 700 enterprise organizations and maintains offices in Australia, Brazil, Germany, India, Spain, Sri Lanka, the UAE, the UK, and the US. For more information on WSO2’s offerings, visit WSO2 (https://wso2.com/). Stay updated on the latest developments in enterprise software and AI by visiting TechnoSports (https://technosports.co.in/).