Blaize hires Yoshiaki Fujimori and George de Urioste as new members of the board.
Blaize, a pioneering company in AI computing at the edge, has announced the appointment of two seasoned executives to its board of directors. The appointments, effective as of the closing of the company's business combination with BurTech Acquisition Corp. on January 13, 2025, bring unique experience and background to Blaize.
George de Urioste, with over 35 years of experience in COO, CFO, and CEO roles in technology companies, joins Blaize. Notably, de Urioste was CFO for Remedy, leading it through its Initial Public Offering (IPO). His impressive career also includes roles as COO and CEO in various technology companies, and he has been a director at HeartBeam, Inc. and Roambee Corp.
Yoshiaki Fujimori, a longtime global technology leader, brings a wealth of experience to Blaize. Fujimori spent 25 years at General Electric Company, holding roles including chairman, CEO, and senior vice president at various businesses. He was also CEO of LIXIL Group Corporation, a building materials and housing equipment manufacturer, and CEO of the LIXIL Corporation, a subsidiary of LIXIL Group Corporation. Fujimori is honoured to become part of Blaize and looks forward to contributing to its growth.
Dinakar Munagala, CEO of Blaize, expressed enthusiasm about the addition of George de Urioste and Yoshiaki Fujimori to the board. With these appointments, Blaize is poised to become a major global player in edge AI computing.
Blaize is currently making waves in the AI computing industry, powering real-world applications. The company recently secured a $56 million contract to deploy its edge AI platform across Southeast Asia, marking a significant step towards its goal of becoming a global leader in edge AI computing.
As Blaize continues to grow and innovate, the expertise and experience brought by George de Urioste and Yoshiaki Fujimori are expected to play a crucial role in the company's success. Further details about their roles in Blaize Holdings will likely be revealed in the company's official announcements or corporate governance documents.
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Technology and artificial-intelligence expertise will significantly contribute to Blaize's growth, as tech leader Yoshiaki Fujimori, with his extensive experience at General Electric Company and LIXIL Group Corporation, and seasoned executive George de Urioste, who led Remedy through its IPO and has a career spanning technology companies as COO, CFO, and CEO, join Blaize's board.
