Zebra Technologies Appoints Joe White as Chief Product & Solutions Officer

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Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA) has appointed Joe White as its new Chief Product & Solutions Officer, succeeding Bill Burns, who recently became the company’s CEO. White, who has over 20 years of industry experience, will be responsible for overseeing the strategy, investment, and development of Zebra’s extensive product portfolio. Joining Zebra in 2014, he previously held executive roles with Motorola Solutions and other firms. CEO Bill Burns expressed confidence in White's ability to drive the company’s product strategy forward, highlighting the importance of internal talent in succession planning.

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• Joe White brings over 20 years of technology industry experience.
• His previous leadership in mobile computing and robotics aligns with Zebra's growth strategy.
• Continuity in leadership through internal promotion can support company culture.

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Accomplished tech industry veteran to advance the company’s product and solutions portfolio strategy

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Zebra Technologies Corporation (NASDAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at the front line of business with solutions and partners that deliver a performance edge, today announced that Joe White has been named Chief Product & Solutions Officer. White moves into the role vacated by Bill Burns who became Zebra’s CEO earlier this month.

Joe White is Zebra's new Chief Product & Solutions Officer, replacing Bill Burns who became the company's CEO earlier this month. (Photo: Zebra Technologies Corp.)

“We are excited for Joe to be our next Chief Product & Solutions Officer as he has successfully led the advancement of our mobile computing and robotics automation strategy,” said Bill Burns, Chief Executive Officer, Zebra Technologies. “We are pleased to continue to fill critical positions with internal talent as we extend our focus on succession planning and leadership development. With +20 years of industry experience, Joe and his Product & Solutions leadership team will play a significant role in driving Zebra’s overall product and solutions portfolio strategy.”

As Zebra’s Chief Product & Solutions Officer, White will oversee the strategy, investments and development of Zebra’s expansive portfolio of products and solutions. White joined Zebra in 2014 when the company acquired Motorola Solutions’ Enterprise Business. Since that time, he has served as Senior Vice President and General Manager of Zebra’s Enterprise Mobile Computing business. Previously, White has held executive positions at Symbol, Matrics, RFID Global Solutions, CAIS Internet and Digex.

“I’m honored to be appointed Zebra’s Chief Product & Solutions Officer and continue to collaborate with our executive leadership team to execute our growth strategy,” said White. “I look forward to the opportunities ahead to work with colleagues across Zebra to ensure we are well-positioned to empower our customers to digitize and automate their operations.”

White has a bachelor of science degree in accounting from the University of Maryland, and he is a named inventor on several patents. He also received the Richard Dilling Award for his advocacy of innovation within the AIDC industry and the U.S. Department of Defense’s Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Patriot Award for his support of employees serving in the National Guard and Reserve.

ABOUT ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES

Zebra (NASDAQ: ZBRA) empowers organizations to thrive in the on-demand economy by making every front-line worker and asset at the edge visible, connected and fully optimized. With an ecosystem of more than 10,000 partners across more than 100 countries, Zebra serves customers of all sizes – including 86% of the Fortune 500 – with an award-winning portfolio of hardware, software, services and solutions that digitize and automate workflows. Supply chains are more dynamic, customers and patients are better served, and workers are more engaged when they utilize Zebra innovations that help them sense, analyze and act in real time. Zebra recently expanded its industrial automation portfolio with its Fetch Robotics acquisition and increased its machine vision and AI software capabilities with the acquisitions of Adaptive Vision, antuit.ai and Matrox Imaging. Zebra is #42 on Newsweek’s list of America’s Most Loved Workplaces, #42 on Fast Company’s list of the Best Workplaces for Innovators and #79 on Forbes’ list of America’s 500 Best Midsize Employers. Learn more at www.zebra.com or sign up for news alerts. Follow Zebra’s Your Edge blog, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook, and check out our Story Hub: Zebra Perspectives.

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Source: Zebra Technologies Corporation

FAQ

Who is the new Chief Product & Solutions Officer of Zebra Technologies?

Joe White has been appointed as the new Chief Product & Solutions Officer of Zebra Technologies.

What role did Joe White take over at Zebra Technologies?

Joe White succeeded Bill Burns as the Chief Product & Solutions Officer at Zebra Technologies.

What is the background of Joe White at Zebra Technologies?

Joe White joined Zebra Technologies in 2014 after the acquisition of Motorola Solutions' Enterprise Business and has held various leadership positions since.

How does Joe White's appointment impact Zebra's strategy?

White's extensive experience is expected to enhance Zebra's product and solutions portfolio strategy, focusing on digital transformation and automation.

Who was Bill Burns before becoming CEO of Zebra Technologies?

Bill Burns served as the Chief Product & Solutions Officer before his recent appointment as CEO of Zebra Technologies.