Equinix Appoints Arquelle Shaw as President of Americas: A New Chapter of Growth and Innovation
Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX), the world’s leading digital infrastructure company, has announced the appointment of Arquelle Shaw as President of the Americas region, effective immediately. With more than two decades of experience in enterprise technology, sales, and business transformation, Shaw is poised to lead Equinix’s operations across the Americas, driving growth and fostering innovation in an increasingly dynamic technology landscape. Her appointment underscores Equinix’s commitment to empowering customers and partners to harness the full potential of digital infrastructure and global connectivity.
In her new role, Shaw will oversee the strategy, management, and expansion of Equinix’s presence in the Americas region, which includes the United States, Canada, and Latin America. As a veteran of Equinix, Shaw has most recently served as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Sales for the Americas over the past six years. During this time, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s go-to-market strategy, strengthening customer relationships, and delivering consistent growth. To ensure a seamless transition, Shaw will continue to fulfill her responsibilities as SVP of Sales through the end of Q3 while ramping up in her new capacity as President.
A Proven Leader with a Strategic Vision
Jon Lin, Chief Business Officer at Equinix, praised Shaw’s leadership qualities and her ability to drive transformational growth: “Arquelle is a dynamic and proven leader with a deep understanding of the customer journey and a strong track record of driving transformational growth. As President, Americas, she takes on a critical role—one that demands the ability to align global strategy with regional nuance while uniting diverse countries, cultures, and teams under a shared vision. Her leadership of the Americas Sales team has continually delivered outstanding results: sharpening our go-to-market strategy, deepening customer relationships, and accelerating growth across the U.S., Latin America, and Canada. With her strategic vision, customer-first mindset, and commitment to excellence, I am confident Arquelle will continue to advance our legacy of service and success in our largest and fastest-growing region.”
Shaw’s appointment comes at a pivotal time for Equinix, as businesses worldwide accelerate their digital transformation efforts. The Americas region, in particular, represents a strategically vital market due to its robust demand for interconnected digital infrastructure. Under Shaw’s leadership, Equinix aims to further solidify its position as the partner of choice for organizations seeking to navigate the complexities of today’s fast-evolving technology landscape.
A Legacy of Excellence and Innovation
Reflecting on her journey with Equinix, Shaw expressed her enthusiasm for stepping into this new role: “Throughout my tenure at Equinix, I have had the privilege of witnessing the remarkable achievements of the Americas region. It is an honor to step into this role and help lead the next chapter of growth in such a dynamic and strategically vital market. With the strength of our exceptional team, we are committed to advancing our customers’ digital transformation journeys, accelerating innovation, and unlocking boundless possibilities across the region. Together, we are shaping the digital future with greater ambition than ever before.”
Shaw’s leadership philosophy centers around collaboration, customer-centricity, and innovation. Her extensive experience in scaling businesses to achieve profitable growth and exceed financial expectations makes her uniquely qualified to guide Equinix through its next phase of expansion. Before joining Equinix in 2019, Shaw held senior roles at Accenture, American Express, and AT&T, where she honed her expertise in driving operational efficiency and delivering value to clients.
Championing Diversity and Social Impact
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Shaw is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and social causes. She currently serves as a board member for the Equinix Foundation, where she plays an active role in promoting initiatives that support underrepresented communities and foster inclusivity. Her commitment to these values aligns closely with Equinix’s broader mission to create a more connected and equitable world through technology.
Under Shaw’s leadership, Equinix aims to build on its legacy of excellence while embracing new opportunities to innovate and grow. By leveraging the company’s unmatched global platform, Shaw and her team will focus on delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of customers across the Americas. Whether it’s enabling enterprises to scale their digital capabilities, supporting cloud adoption, or facilitating seamless global connectivity, Equinix remains dedicated to helping businesses thrive in an increasingly interconnected world.
Driving Growth in a Transformative Era
The Americas region is a cornerstone of Equinix’s global operations, representing not only its largest market but also one of its fastest-growing. As businesses continue to embrace hybrid multicloud architectures, edge computing, and other emerging technologies, the demand for reliable, secure, and scalable digital infrastructure has never been greater. Shaw’s appointment signals Equinix’s readiness to meet these challenges head-on, ensuring that customers have access to the tools and resources they need to succeed.
One of Shaw’s key priorities will be to deepen Equinix’s relationships with customers and partners, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of digital innovation. By fostering collaboration and investing in cutting-edge solutions, Equinix aims to unlock new opportunities for growth and deliver unparalleled value to its stakeholders.
About Equinix
Equinix, Inc. (Nasdaq: EQIX) shortens the path to boundless connectivity anywhere in the world. Its digital infrastructure, data center footprint and interconnected ecosystems empower innovations that enhance our work, life and planet. Equinix connects economies, countries, organizations and communities, delivering seamless digital experiences and cutting-edge AI—quickly, efficiently and everywhere.
