Exasol AG (ISIN DE000A0LR9G9), a global technology company specializing in high-performance analytics engines, announced today that Mathias Golombek, Member of the Executive Board and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), will leave the company effective June 30, 2026, at his own request for personal reasons.
Golombek, who has been with Exasol for over two decades, played a pivotal role in shaping the company's technological development. After serving as Head of Research and Development, he was appointed to the Executive Board in 2014. In his tenure, he defined Exasol's technology strategy and drove innovation. His departure marks a significant transition for the organization as it consolidates leadership responsibilities.
“Over the past 22 years, Exasol has been much more than just a company to me – it has been a defining part of my life,” Golombek said. “I am grateful to the many people who have accompanied me on this journey and for everything we have built together. After more than two decades filled with energy, passion, and responsibility, I have decided to take a conscious break and spend more time with my family. At the same time, I am leaving Exasol with a great sense of confidence: the Company is exceptionally well-positioned, has a strong team, and a clear strategic direction. I am convinced that Exasol has a very promising future and look forward to following its continued success as a shareholder.”
CEO Jörg Tewes expressed gratitude for Golombek’s contributions. “Mathias Golombek has had a profound impact on Exasol’s technological development over many years. Through his deep expertise, innovative mindset, and exceptional commitment, he has been instrumental in advancing our analytics engine and strengthening Exasol’s position in the market. On behalf of the entire Company, I would like to sincerely thank him for the many years of trusted collaboration and wish him all the very best and continued success in the future,” Tewes said.
Volker Smid, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, added: “The Supervisory Board would like to expressly thank Mathias Golombek for his many years of successful service on the Executive Board. He has played a key role in shaping the Company’s technological development and has provided important impulses for its innovative strength. We extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation for his achievements and wish him all the best for the future.”
As part of Exasol AG’s ongoing strategic and organizational development, responsibilities within the existing leadership structure will be further consolidated. The company does not currently intend to appoint a successor to the CTO position in the near term. Going forward, the Executive Board will consist of CEO Jörg Tewes and CFO Jan-Dirk Henrich. Golombek’s responsibilities will be assumed by Alexander Stigsen, Chief Product Officer (CPO) of Exasol AG, who reports directly to the CEO.
Exasol AG is a leading provider of high-performance database technology headquartered in Germany, specializing in on-premises and hybrid IT environments. The company offers customized solutions for customers in highly regulated industries and the public sector, ensuring digital sovereignty and compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Trusted by global enterprises across diverse industries, Exasol delivers exceptional reliability and performance. With in-memory computing, massively parallel processing (MPP), self-tuning functionality, and advanced AI capabilities, Exasol simplifies complex analytics. This enables organizations to extract maximum value from their data while maintaining operational cost efficiency. For more information about how Exasol can transform data analytics capabilities, visit www.exasol.com.
