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Astronomer Welcomes Chris Lynch as CFO

In a significant appointment, Astronomer, known for its industry-leading orchestration platform powered by Apache Airflow®, has introduced Chris Lynch as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This strategic decision marks a pivotal moment for the company as it seeks to enhance its growth trajectory and leverage AI capabilities across its product offerings.

Lynch, a seasoned financial executive, brings a wealth of experience in scaling companies in the enterprise software sector. Previously, he held the role of CFO at Sprinklr, where he played an instrumental part in guiding the company's rapid expansion and ultimate initial public offering (IPO). His expertise in managing both private and public software enterprises positions him uniquely at Astronomer, where he will oversee the global finance strategy and contribute to pivotal business initiatives, directly reporting to CEO Pete DeJoy.

Pete DeJoy expressed his excitement about Lynch's joining:

“Chris brings the perfect combination of experience, operational excellence, and strategic vision to our executive team. His proven track record makes him the ideal CFO to help take Astronomer to the next level.”

The rising demand for data orchestration in the artificial intelligence landscape forms a backdrop for this leadership change. As AI continues to reshape technology and business applications, Lynch’s experience is expected to accelerate Astronomer's growth, allowing the company to expand its reach and enhance its impact across various sectors.

During his tenure at Sprinklr, Lynch helped navigate the company through its hypergrowth phase, culminating in a successful IPO in 2021. His previous role as Vice President of Finance at Bazaarvoice also saw him lead the company during its IPO launch in 2012. His robust understanding of the financial landscape and scaling operations aligns perfectly with Astronomer’s ambitions as it expands its product offerings.

Lynch himself remarked on the transformative potential of the orchestration category, highlighting:

“Astronomer is at an inflection point where the orchestration category is becoming a mission-critical component of the modern AI data stack.”

Astronomer has notably broadened its platform capabilities, unveiling additional features beyond core managed Airflow, such as data observability tools and the new AI-powered Astro Integrated Development Environment (IDE). With a recent Series D funding round that raised $93 million in May 2025, the company is well-positioned to invest in strategic growth initiatives.

Remarkable growth achievements in 2025 include a 55% increase year-over-year and an impressive net revenue retention of over 120%. Furthermore, regional success is evident, with the company experiencing a 116% year-over-year growth rate in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

As the popularity of Apache Airflow continues to rise—now boasting over 80,000 global organizations using the platform, compared to just over 25,000 in 2020—Astronomer is strategically poised to lead in the orchestration space. The upcoming 'State of Apache Airflow 2026' report anticipates that 89% of users will leverage Airflow for revenue-generating solutions, underpinning the platform's importance in modern data solutions.

With Chris Lynch at the helm of financial operations, Astronomer is not just preparing for the future; it's set to redefine the standards of orchestration in the AI-driven world. The incredible momentum surrounding Airflow solidifies Astronomer’s position as a trailblazer in this ever-evolving domain. Companies looking to harness the power of data-driven applications can consider leveraging Astronomer's solutions to unlock insights and enhance their operational capabilities.

In conclusion, Chris Lynch's arrival heralds a new era for Astronomer, as it continues to build on its success and expand into new frontiers, reinforcing the company's mission to empower data teams worldwide. As Lynch himself stated:

“I’m excited to help Astronomer capitalize on this tremendous market opportunity.”

To learn more about Astronomer’s offerings and the path ahead, visit Astronomer's official site.

_About Astronomer:_ Astronomer enables data teams to bring crucial software solutions and insights to life through its unified orchestration platform, Astro, powered by Apache Airflow®. Trusted by over 900 enterprises worldwide, Astronomer is shaping the future of data orchestration dynamically and innovatively.