Autodesk announces Betsy Rafael to step down from Board of Directors

After it announced a 9% workforce reduction amid organizational changes  impacting around 1,350 positions across the company on early Feb this year，Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) announced that Elizabeth “Betsy” Rafael has informed the Autodesk Board of Directors of her intention not to seek re-election at the company’s 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April. Ms. Rafael joined the Autodesk Board in September 2013, served as Audit Committee chair from March 2016 to May 2024 and served as Interim CFO from May 31, 2024, until December 16, 2024. Ms. Rafael’s decision not to stand for re-election aligns with the completion of her tenure as an advisor to Autodesk, which concludes on April 30, 2025.

“On behalf of the full Board, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for Betsy’s outstanding contributions and commitment to Autodesk over more than a decade,” said Andrew Anagnost, Autodesk president and CEO. “Betsy has overseen a period of significant growth at Autodesk, and her exceptional leadership and expertise have been instrumental in shaping our long-term vision. Betsy also stepped in as Interim CFO at an important time in Autodesk’s journey, and her leadership of the finance organization has positioned Autodesk for success in the future.”

“Autodesk is a great company with a bright future, well positioned to build on its momentum and continue delivering strong financial and operational performance.” said Ms. Rafael. “I wish the team continued success in the years ahead.”

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