NetApp Appoints Beth O’Callahan as Chief Administrative Officer

NetApp announced the appointment of Beth O’Callahan as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) from Chief Legal Officer (CLO), effective March 3, 2025.

Beth O’Callahan joined NetApp in 2013 and has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s legal and compliance framework, holding several leadership positions within her tenure. She is recognized for her enterprise mindset, ability to build high-performing teams, relentless pursuit of business objectives, and dedication to diversity, allyship, and the ethical use of technology.

With this expanded role, Beth O’Callahan will continue to oversee the Legal, Compliance, Government Relations, and Sustainability divisions while additionally taking responsibility for Human Resources, Workplace Experience, and Corporate Communications.

Beth O’Callahan will also retain her position as Corporate Secretary for the company.

“With Beth at the helm in this expanded capacity, we are strengthening our ability to execute with agility while fostering a more integrated and high-achieving organization,” said George Kurian, CEO at NetApp. “Her deep understanding of our business, commitment to excellence, and track record of driving impact make her the ideal leader to take on this role.”

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Over the course of her career, Beth O’Callahan has earned numerous accolades, including the National Diversity Council’s Leadership Excellence in Technology Award, Corporate Counsel Women of Power and Influence in Law, The Silicon Valley Business Journal Women of Influence Award, and the YWCA Tribute to Women and Industry Award.

Beyond her professional contributions, Beth O’Callahan is an active advocate for education and legal equity, serving on the Board of Directors for Bay Scholars and the Law Foundation of Silicon Valley.

“I am honored to take on this expanded role and to help shape NetApp’s talent and culture for the future—preserving its strengths while enhancing accountability, urgency, and agility to propel us to the next level,” said Beth O’Callahan, Chief Administrative Officer at NetApp.