David W. Heard is the Chief Executive Officer of Infinera Corporation, taking the reins in August 2020 after serving as the company’s Chief Operating Officer since 2018. He has a solid background in management, with an MBA from the University...
David W. Heard is the Chief Executive Officer of Infinera Corporation, taking the reins in August 2020 after serving as the company’s Chief Operating Officer since 2018. He has a solid background in management, with an MBA from the University of Dayton, and experience leading diverse teams in tech companies. David has held key roles at organizations like JDS Uniphase and BigBand Networks. His leadership style emphasizes performance and alignment with shareholder interests, as seen in his compensation structure which includes bonuses based on company performance metrics like non-GAAP Operating Income. In 2023, his total compensation was about $1.54 million, largely driven by a significant bonus based on the company's operational success. Under his guidance, Infinera is focused on advancing technology in the optical networking space, navigating the challenges of a competitive market while pushing for innovation in their offerings. David is known for his strategic approach to enhancing profitability and driving the company's growth.