Andrew Appel Officially Takes Over as E2open CEO Following Successful Interim Period

Supply Chain Software Leader Taps Seasoned Enterprise Executive to Drive Next Phase of Growth

E2open Parent Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ETWO), a leading SaaS platform connecting the world’s largest supply chain networks, has officially confirmed Andrew Appel as its chief executive officer. The appointment comes after Appel successfully led the company in an interim capacity since October, demonstrating strong operational leadership and strategic direction during a critical transition period.

Appel brings more than 25 years of enterprise software experience to the role. Most notably, he spent nearly a decade as president and CEO of IRI (now Circana), where he oversaw a major repositioning of the company as a market innovator in big data and predictive analytics for consumer goods, retail, and media sectors. His track record also includes serving as chief revenue officer at Accretive Health, chief operating officer at Aon, and senior partner at McKinsey & Company.

Board Confidence Reflects Strong Performance

Chinh E. Chu, chairman of E2open’s board, praised Appel’s approach to leadership. “Andrew has shown exceptional judgment in focusing on our core strategic priorities while maintaining a customer-centric mindset,” Chu noted. “His collaborative style and business expertise have already delivered tangible results. After a comprehensive executive search process, the board is confident Andrew is positioned to drive accelerated growth and create sustained value for both our clients and shareholders.”

The E2open CEO emphasized his vision during his remarks: “I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the critical role e2open plays in helping enterprises manage increasingly complex global supply chains. We’re at an inflection point where companies need resilient, connected, and sustainable supply chain solutions. My focus is clear – we will leverage our cloud-native technology, integrated networks, and data capabilities to help our clients build supply chains built for tomorrow’s challenges.”

Scale and Market Position

E2open operates one of the industry’s most extensive multi-enterprise networks, connecting over 480,000 manufacturing, logistics, channel, and distribution partners. The platform processes more than 15 billion transactions annually, positioning it as a dominant player in the supply chain software landscape. The company’s cloud-based architecture enables clients to improve operational efficiency, minimize waste, and pursue sustainable practices across their networks.

Appel’s appointment reflects the board’s confidence that his combination of enterprise software expertise, proven growth management capabilities, and familiarity with e2open’s business model will accelerate value creation. With an established executive team supporting the new CEO, the company is positioned to expand its market impact and redefine performance benchmarks in the supply chain technology sector.