Thursday, July 24, 2008

Juniper Taps Microsoft For CEO

Juniper Networks said Thursday that it has appointed Kevin Johnson, most recently President of Microsoft's Platforms and Services Division, as CEO. According to Juniper, Johnson will begin serving at the firm in September, and will also join the board. Current CEO Scott Kriens will continue as chairman of the firm. Johnson has served at Microsoft for over 16 years, and was in charge of both Internet and OS efforts at Microsoft.