EchoStor Technologies Strengthens Executive Team with New CIO Appointment

EchoStor Technologies, a prominent name in the IT solutions landscape, has recently made headlines with the appointment of Cale Anjoorian as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO). Fresh off a notable mention on the 2025 Inc. 5000 list and numerous CRN accolades, this strategic hire underscores the company's commitment to enhancing its technology leadership team and expanding enterprise offerings.

Cale Anjoorian brings over 25 years of extensive experience in technology leadership to EchoStor. Prior to this role, he served as CIO for Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, where he played a pivotal role in designing an effective, value-driven IT service organization. His diverse background spans various sectors including pharmaceuticals, financial services, entertainment, and manufacturing, focusing on enterprise technology strategy and cybersecurity.

In response to Anjoorian's appointment, EchoStor's CEO Mike Johnson expressed enthusiasm about the potential for growth, stating, "Cale's track record of enabling business transformation through technology, combined with his deep experience in establishing enterprise managed service practices, positions us perfectly to accelerate our enterprise strategy and deliver even greater value to our customers."

Realigning Leadership for Strategic Innovation

The appointment of Anjoorian is part of a larger realignment of EchoStor's technology leadership structure. Daniel Clydesdale-Cotter, who has served as CIO since 2024, will transition into the role of Chief Innovation Officer, focusing on spearheading groundbreaking technology innovations, particularly in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. This strategic restructuring will create a powerful leadership model characterized by Anjoorian’s focus on enterprise strategy and managed services, Clydesdale-Cotter’s dedication to next-generation solutions, and Matt Hoeg’s continued guidance as Chief Technology Officer overseeing the Sales Engineering teams.

This enhanced leadership triad positions EchoStor to address the full scope of customer technology challenges—from foundational enterprise requirements to cutting-edge innovations.

Anjoorian's Vision for EchoStor

Throughout his impressive career, Anjoorian has been at the forefront of technology leadership across various industries. Before his role at Ironwood, he held significant positions such as Vice President of Global Infrastructure at Elizabeth Arden, Director of Global Computing at Avid Technology, and Director of Strategy and Architecture at Manulife/John Hancock Financial Services. His wealth of experience includes crafting enterprise IT strategies and enforcing cybersecurity programs while optimizing business systems for clinical and commercial operations.

"Joining EchoStor at such an exciting juncture in its journey is a thrilling opportunity for me," said Anjoorian. "The chance to contribute to EchoStor's impressive growth trajectory while establishing enterprise managed service capabilities that stand out in the market fits my drive perfectly. Technology should be a fundamental lever that multiplies business value, and that’s precisely what we aim to achieve for EchoStor’s customers."

In his new role, Anjoorian will play a crucial part in defining and executing a comprehensive technology strategy and roadmap for EchoStor, while also leading the creation of robust enterprise managed services. His arrival coincides with the company's broader expansion beyond New England, specifically targeting the Northeast and Tri-State markets.

Industry Recognition and Future Plans

Anjoorian's appointment comes at a time of exceptional growth and recognition for EchoStor Technologies. Following an impressive revenue increase of nearly 80% in 2024, the company made its debut on the esteemed Inc. 5000 list and climbed 47 spots to achieve No. 41 on CRN’s Fast Growth 150 list. Additionally, EchoStor advanced 50 positions on the CRN Solution Provider 500 list and was honored as a 2024 CRN Triple Crown Award winner.

CEO Johnson remarked, "We’ve been crafting something exceptional, and it’s wonderful to see the industry acknowledging our efforts. This is merely the start. Cale’s appointment is one of many strategic decisions we are making to ensure that EchoStor continues to outperform the market and deliver unparalleled value to our customers."

About EchoStor Technologies

Founded in 2005 and based in Norwood, Massachusetts, EchoStor Technologies specializes in cutting-edge IT solutions encompassing Next-Gen Data Centers, Networking, Security, Modern Workplace solutions, Digital Workflows, and AI Data Services. The company is dedicated to driving digital transformation and facilitating measurable business outcomes for its clients. For more information, visit www.echostor.com.