LiveRamp Appoints Scott Howe as New CEO
Ticker: RAMP · Form: 8-K · Filed: Mar 3, 2025 · CIK: 733269
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Liveramp Holdings, Inc. (RAMP) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Mar 3, 2025 |
| Risk Level | medium |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: leadership-change, ceo-appointment, executive-compensation
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TL;DR
LiveRamp gets a new CEO, Scott Howe, former Acxiom boss. Big changes ahead?
AI Summary
LiveRamp Holdings, Inc. announced on March 3, 2025, that its Board of Directors has appointed Scott Howe as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1, 2025. Howe, who previously served as CEO of Acxiom Holdings, Inc., will also join the Board of Directors. The company also announced the departure of its previous CEO, Kevin Watson, and the appointment of Christopher Walker as interim Chief Financial Officer.
Why It Matters
The appointment of a new CEO, especially one with prior experience leading a similar company, can signal a strategic shift or renewed focus for LiveRamp, potentially impacting its market position and future performance.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: medium — Leadership changes, especially at the CEO level, introduce uncertainty and can impact strategic direction and operational execution.
Key Players & Entities
- LiveRamp Holdings, Inc. (company) — Registrant
- Scott Howe (person) — Appointed CEO and Director
- Acxiom Holdings, Inc. (company) — Previous employer of Scott Howe
- Kevin Watson (person) — Departing CEO
- Christopher Walker (person) — Appointed interim CFO
- March 1, 2025 (date) — Effective date of CEO appointment
- March 3, 2025 (date) — Date of report
FAQ
Who has been appointed as the new CEO of LiveRamp Holdings, Inc.?
Scott Howe has been appointed as the new CEO of LiveRamp Holdings, Inc.
When did Scott Howe's appointment as CEO become effective?
Scott Howe's appointment as CEO became effective on March 1, 2025.
What other role will Scott Howe assume at LiveRamp?
Scott Howe will also join the Board of Directors at LiveRamp.
Who has been appointed as the interim Chief Financial Officer?
Christopher Walker has been appointed as the interim Chief Financial Officer.
Who is the former CEO of LiveRamp Holdings, Inc. mentioned in the filing?
Kevin Watson is the former CEO of LiveRamp Holdings, Inc. mentioned in the filing.
Filing Details
This Form 8-K (Form 8-K) was filed with the SEC on March 3, 2025 by Scott Howe regarding LiveRamp Holdings, Inc. (RAMP).