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Equinix Implements Finance Leadership Succession Plan as CFO Keith Taylor Plans to Retire

Equinix, Inc. (EQIX) | December 3, 2025

By Wendy Roberts

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Equinix, Inc. announced the retirement of Chief Financial Officer Keith Taylor in 2026 after 27 years with the company.

Taylor will stay on as CFO until a successor is chosen and then transition to a Special Advisor role for about a year.

The company highlighted Taylor's pivotal role in guiding Equinix's financial strategy and growth into a global leader with over $9 billion in annual revenue.

Taylor's Retirement

Keith Taylor, Equinix's CFO, plans to retire in 2026 after 27 years with the company, leaving a legacy of financial stewardship and strategic insight.

Successor Search

Equinix has started the process to find Taylor's successor, considering both internal and external candidates, with completion expected in the coming months.

Sustainability Focus

Taylor led Equinix's commitment to sustainability, developing a Green Finance Framework to benefit communities and stakeholders.

  • Taylor's retirement marks a significant leadership transition for Equinix, requiring a seamless handover to a new CFO.
  • The company's emphasis on sustainability under Taylor's guidance demonstrates a commitment to responsible business practices and stakeholder value.

Equinix's leadership succession plan signals a new phase for the company, building on Taylor's legacy of financial prudence and sustainable practices.