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TriNet Appoints Janet Kennedy and Madhu Ranganathan to Board of Directors

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Oct 14, 2025 — 1 min read

TriNet, a leading provider of comprehensive human resources solutions for small and medium-size businesses, has announced the appointment of Janet Kennedy and Madhu Ranganathan to its Board of Directors, effective September 30, 2025. Both appointees bring extensive experience in digital and technology transformation, finance, and artificial intelligence. Their addition to the Board is expected to provide valuable perspectives as TriNet continues to execute against its strategic priorities.

Janet Kennedy brings over 30 years of expertise in leading digital and technology transformations, having held significant leadership roles at Google Cloud, Microsoft Corporation, and IBM Corporation. She currently serves on the boards of Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited and Duluth Holdings Inc. Kennedy holds a B.S. in Industrial Management/Industrial Engineering from Purdue University and an M.B.A. from the McColl School of Business at Queens University of Charlotte.

Madhu Ranganathan is a seasoned financial leader with over 30 years of experience, having served as the Chief Financial Officer for [24]7.ai and leading transformative growth at OpenText. She currently serves on the board and Audit/Finance committees of Bank of Montreal and Akamai Technologies, and maintains an advisory role at emerging technology ventures.

Key Takeaways:

Janet Kennedy and Madhu Ranganathan have been appointed to TriNet's Board of Directors, effective September 30, 2025.
Kennedy brings 30+ years of experience in digital and technology transformation, having led at Google Cloud, Microsoft Corporation, and IBM Corporation.
Ranganathan has 30+ years of financial leadership experience, having served as CFO at [24]7.ai and OpenText, and holds positions on the boards of Bank of Montreal and Akamai Technologies.
Both Kennedy and Ranganathan will provide valuable perspectives to TriNet's Board, contributing to the company's strategic priorities.

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