Andy Ellenthal named new CEO of LeanDNA as Lebovitz shifts role

LeanDNA has announced the appointment of Andy Ellenthal as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and member of the Board of Directors. He replaces LeanDNA Founder Richard Lebovitz, who will now take on the role of Chief Strategy Officer and remain a member of the Board.

Andy Ellenthal brings to the table a wealth of experience in the business analytics and intelligence software sectors. Prior to joining LeanDNA, Ellenthal held significant leadership positions, including CEO of STAQ, which was acquired by Operative, CEO of Metal Networks, CEO of Peer39, acquired by DG MediaMind, now known as Sizmek, and CEO of quadrantONE. He also held vital sales and service leadership roles at Sizmek, PointRoll, and Double Click.

"I am honoured and excited to join LeanDNA during this pivotal moment in its journey," stated Andy Ellenthal, CEO of LeanDNA. "LeanDNA has achieved remarkable milestones, including consecutive appearances on the Inc. 5000 list and numerous industry accolades. I am committed to building upon this strong foundation and leading LeanDNA into its next growth phase."

Richard Lebovitz, LeanDNA Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, expressed confidence in Ellenthal's appointment. "I am delighted to welcome Andy as our new CEO. His proven track record and strategic acumen make him the ideal leader to steer LeanDNA through its next chapter. I am confident that Andy's leadership will further strengthen our position as a global leader in supply chain execution."

LeanDNA, which operates in over 28 countries, has built a reputation for providing innovative supply chain execution solutions that deliver rapid time-to-value and operational efficiencies for global enterprises. The company's cloud-based platform enables supply chain teams to manage inventory and production readiness, giving manufacturers visibility into current and incoming materials and helping them prioritise and collaborate to resolve material shortages and excesses.

Charlie Plauche, LeanDNA investor and Board Member from S3 Ventures, reiterated the importance of Ellenthal's appointment. "Andy's appointment underscores LeanDNA's commitment to innovation and scaling growth that will deliver further value to customers and the supply chain market at large. I am confident that his leadership will drive continued success and customer satisfaction for LeanDNA."

In his new role as Chief Strategy Officer, Richard Lebovitz will focus on strategic initiatives to enhance the company's market position and growth trajectory. During his tenure, LeanDNA has seen significant progress, including its inclusion on the Inc. 5000 list, which recognises the fastest-growing private companies in the United States.

LeanDNA's platform aims to synchronise execution across the supply chain, improving on-time delivery and working capital levels by offering real-time collaboration with suppliers and tracking progress toward inventory optimisation goals. The company has maintained a robust presence in the industry through its innovative solutions that help manufacturers streamline their operations and increase efficiency.

The transition in leadership is viewed as a strategic move to support LeanDNA's growth ambitions. Industry experts and company stakeholders will be closely watching how Andy Ellenthal leverages his expertise to drive the next phase of growth and innovation for the company.