Kyndryl announces Chief Human Resources Officer plans to retire and names successor

Core Insights - Kyndryl's Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) Maryjo Charbonnier will retire on March 31, 2026, after nearly 20 years in public company HR roles, and will transition to an Executive Advisor position until the end of August 2026 [1][2] - Mark Paulek, who has been with Kyndryl since 2022, will succeed Charbonnier as CHRO effective April 1, 2026, bringing a strong background in human capital strategy and organizational growth [1][2][3] Leadership Impact - Charbonnier has significantly contributed to Kyndryl's reputation as an employer of choice, fostering a culture that attracts and retains talent, and has been recognized with over 100 workplace awards globally [2] - Paulek's appointment is seen as a strategic move to continue Kyndryl's growth strategy, leveraging his understanding of the business and experience in leading high-growth organizations [3] Company Overview - Kyndryl is a leading provider of mission-critical enterprise technology services, offering advisory, implementation, and managed services to thousands of customers across more than 60 countries [4] - The company is recognized as the world's largest IT infrastructure services provider, focusing on designing, building, managing, and modernizing complex information systems essential for daily operations [4]