Salesforce announced that Robin Washington will assume the role of President and Chief Operating and Financial Officer (COFO) on March 21, 2025. In this newly created position, Washington will oversee financial strategy, operational efficiency, and profitable growth while supporting the company’s focus on AI-driven business transformation. Washington has been a member of the Salesforce Board since 2013, previously serving as Chair of the Audit and Finance Committee and as Lead Independent Director since 2022. She has held executive roles at Gilead Sciences, Hyperion, and PeopleSoft and currently serves on the Boards of Alphabet, Eikon Therapeutics, Honeywell International, and Vertiv Holdings. Following her appointment, Arnold Donald will take on the role of Lead Independent Director.
Marc Benioff, Chair and CEO of Salesforce said, "Robin has been a trusted partner, advisor, and a key architect of our strategy as we accelerate the rise of Agentforce — the first digital labor platform. Her operational mastery, financial expertise, and strategic vision make her the perfect leader to guide Salesforce through this transformational shift. As we look ahead, I’m excited to work with Robin, in this newly created role, and with our incredible Salesforce executive bench, to bring this significant Agentforce opportunity to life.” Washington stated that she looks forward to leading Salesforce during a pivotal moment in the industry as businesses integrate AI into their operations. Salesforce continues to advance its AI-driven solutions, including Agentforce, which combines digital labor with its existing platforms to enhance business efficiency.
