Software - Infrastructure · Technology
CEO, Board Member
2025-05-14–present
Board Member
Akamai Technologies Inc (AKAM)Equibles does not estimate personal net worth.
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Get AKAM alertsTom Leighton is recorded as Board Member at Akamai Technologies Inc (AKAM) since May 14, 2025 and CEO at Akamai Technologies Inc (AKAM). Akamai Technologies Inc reported in an 8-K filed May 13, 2026 that Tom Leighton was appointed director, effective May 13, 2026. Akamai Technologies Inc reported in an 8-K filed May 16, 2025 that Tom Leighton was appointed Director, effective May 14, 2025. Akamai Technologies Inc reported in an 8-K filed May 16, 2024 that Tom Leighton was appointed Director, effective May 10, 2024. Equibles holds 4 filed executive changes naming Tom Leighton; each is listed under recent activity with its source filing. The proxy statement of Akamai Technologies Inc reports total compensation of $10,937,601 for Tom Leighton in fiscal 2019, including a base salary of $1. Disclosed compensation is on record for 3 fiscal years. Tom Leighton has spoken on 22 earnings calls and 1 other investor event across 1 company, most recently for Akamai Technologies Inc on September 9, 2026. Akamai Technologies Inc is classified in the Software - Infrastructure industry within the Technology sector. Other leadership on record at Akamai Technologies Inc includes Dr. Leighton (CEO), Rick McConnell (CEO), James Benson (CFO) and 7 others.
“The following nominees were elected to the Company’s Board of Directors for terms expiring at the 2027 annual meeting of stockholders.”
“The following nominees were elected to the Company's Board of Directors for terms expiring at the 2026 annual meeting of stockholders.”
“You know, I think there's been a big advance with our cloud capabilities. You know, we bought Linode several years ago now, huge investment to make that be of a caliber that big enterprises can use for big mission-critical applications.”
“I'm very pleased to report that Akamai continues to build momentum and gain wide industry recognition as a key infrastructure provider for the AI-driven economy.”
“I'm pleased to report that Akamai is off to a strong start to the year. In just a few months, we've achieved major milestones for our cloud computing strategy, marking a definitive turning point in the growth and evolution of our business.”
“I'm pleased to report that Akamai delivered strong fourth-quarter results as we continue to make major progress in positioning Akamai for the future. Revenue grew to $1.095 billion, up 7% year-over-year as reported, and up 6% in constant currency.”
“I'm pleased to report that Akamai had a strong third quarter with results coming in above expectations for revenue, margin, and earnings per share. Revenue grew to $1.055 billion, up 5% year-over-year as reported and up 4% in constant currency.”
2025-05-14–present
Software - Infrastructure · Technology
CEO, Board Member
2025-05-14–present
Compensation components disclosed in company proxy statements. Amounts are nominal USD; total is the company-reported figure.
| Fiscal year | Company | Role | Salary | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Akamai Technologies Inc (AKAM) | Chief Executive Officer | $1 | $10,937,601 |
| 2018 | Akamai Technologies Inc (AKAM) | Chief Executive Officer | $1 | $11,347,676 |
| 2017 | Akamai Technologies Inc (AKAM) | Chief Executive Officer | $1 | $9,202,921 |