Fortinet Honors the Life and Contributions of Valued Board Member William H. Neukom
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) announced the passing of William H. "Bill" Neukom, a distinguished Board of Directors member who served since 2013. As Fortinet's first general counsel and former Microsoft executive, Neukom made significant contributions to the company's growth and the technology industry at large.
The Board of Directors expressed deep sadness at his passing, highlighting his extraordinary vision, intellect, and dedication to corporate integrity. Beyond Fortinet, Neukom was known for founding the World Justice Project, a global nonprofit focused on promoting the rule of law.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) ha annunciato la scomparsa di William H. "Bill" Neukom, stimato membro del Consiglio di Amministrazione dal 2013. In qualità di primo consulente legale di Fortinet e ex dirigente Microsoft, Neukom ha dato un contributo significativo alla crescita dell'azienda e all'intero settore tecnologico.
Il Consiglio di Amministrazione ha espresso profondo cordoglio per la sua perdita, sottolineando la sua straordinaria visione, intelligenza e dedizione all'integrità aziendale. Oltre a Fortinet, Neukom era noto per aver fondato il World Justice Project, un'organizzazione no-profit globale impegnata nella promozione dello stato di diritto.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) anunció el fallecimiento de William H. "Bill" Neukom, un distinguido miembro de la Junta Directiva que sirvió desde 2013. Como primer asesor general de Fortinet y exejecutivo de Microsoft, Neukom hizo contribuciones significativas al crecimiento de la empresa y a la industria tecnológica en general.
La Junta Directiva expresó profunda tristeza por su fallecimiento, destacando su visión extraordinaria, intelecto y dedicación a la integridad corporativa. Más allá de Fortinet, Neukom era conocido por fundar el World Justice Project, una organización sin fines de lucro global dedicada a promover el estado de derecho.
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Fortinet (NASDAQ : FTNT) a annoncé le décès de William H. "Bill" Neukom, un membre éminent du conseil d'administration depuis 2013. Premier conseiller juridique de Fortinet et ancien cadre chez Microsoft, Neukom a apporté des contributions majeures à la croissance de l'entreprise et à l'industrie technologique en général.
Le conseil d'administration a exprimé une profonde tristesse à l'annonce de son décès, soulignant sa vision exceptionnelle, son intellect et son engagement envers l'intégrité d'entreprise. Au-delà de Fortinet, Neukom était reconnu pour avoir fondé le World Justice Project, une organisation mondiale à but non lucratif dédiée à la promotion de l'état de droit.
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) gab den Tod von William H. "Bill" Neukom bekannt, einem geschätzten Mitglied des Vorstands, das seit 2013 tätig war. Als Fortinets erster General Counsel und ehemaliger Microsoft-Manager leistete Neukom bedeutende Beiträge zum Wachstum des Unternehmens und der gesamten Technologiebranche.
Der Vorstand drückte seine tiefe Trauer über seinen Tod aus und hob seine außergewöhnliche Vision, seinen Intellekt und seine Hingabe an unternehmerische Integrität hervor. Über Fortinet hinaus war Neukom bekannt für die Gründung des World Justice Project, einer globalen gemeinnützigen Organisation zur Förderung der Rechtsstaatlichkeit.
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SUNNYVALE, Calif., July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ® (NASDAQ: FTNT), the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today announced the passing of William H. “Bill� Neukom, a distinguished member of Fortinet's Board of Directors since 2013. During his tenure, Bill provided unwavering leadership, thoughtful guidance, and mentorship that anchored the company through years of significant growth.
The Fortinet Board of Directors issues the following statement: “We are profoundly saddened by the passing of Bill Neukom. His contributions to Fortinet and to the technology industry are immeasurable, and he will be deeply missed as a friend and colleague across our entire organization. Bill embodied a combination of vision, intellect, and warmth. He brought extraordinary insight and dedication to every discussion, always rooted in integrity, accountability, and a deep commitment to people and purpose. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Bill’s family, friends, and all those fortunate enough to have worked alongside him. He will be dearly missed and always remembered.”�
Bill’s legacy extends far beyond Fortinet’s boardroom, bringing a lifetime of experience, including from his time at Microsoft, where he served as the company’s first general counsel, and as founder and CEO of the World Justice Project, a global nonprofit devoted to promoting the rule of law. His lifelong work elevated the importance of corporate responsibility, customer trust, and technology’s role in society. His leadership, character, and contributions will remain a lasting part of Fortinet’s legacy.
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