François Locoh-Donou
François Locoh-Donou has served as President and CEO of F5 since April 2017, leading the company's transformation from a hardware-focused business to a software- and SaaS-first leader in multi-cloud application security and delivery. He has also been instrumental in fostering a high-performance, human-first company culture.
Career Milestones
- François Locoh-Donou became CEO of F5 in April 2017, leading its transformation from a hardware company to a software and SaaS-first leader in multi-cloud application security and delivery.
- From 2002 to 2017, he held various leadership roles at Ciena Corporation, including Chief Operating Officer.
- He is also the co-founder and chairman of Cajou Espoir, a cashew processing business in Togo that primarily employs women.
- Locoh-Donou serves on the Board of Directors for Capital One Financial Corp.
- His leadership at F5 has also driven a cultural shift towards a high-performance, human-first organization. These achievements underscore his commitment to innovation and a better digital world.
About F5
F5, Inc. was founded in 1996. They are a technology company specializing in application security, multi-cloud management, and application delivery. F5 helps enterprises, service providers, and government entities secure and optimize their applications. Core features include load balancing, WAF, API security, and DDoS protection. Benefits include enhanced security, performance, and availability for applications.