Exasol CTO Mathias Golombek Departs After 22 Years; Company Consolidates Leadership

Exasol AG, a global provider of high-performance analytics database technology, announced today that Mathias Golombek, Member of the Executive Board and Chief Technology Officer (CTO), will leave the company effective June 30, 2026, at his own request for personal reasons. Golombek’s departure marks the end of an era for the Nuremberg-based firm, where he played a pivotal role in shaping its technological development for more than two decades.

Golombek joined Exasol over 22 years ago, serving as Head of Research and Development before being appointed to the Executive Board in 2014. As CTO, he was instrumental in defining the company’s technology strategy and driving innovation. In a statement, Golombek said, “Over the past 22 years, Exasol has been much more than just a company to me – it has been a defining part of my life. I am grateful to the many people who have accompanied me on this journey and for everything we have built together.” He expressed confidence in Exasol’s future, noting the company is “exceptionally well-positioned, has a strong team, and a clear strategic direction.” Golombek plans to take a conscious break to spend more time with his family but will remain a shareholder.

CEO Jorg Tewes praised Golombek’s contributions, stating, “Mathias Golombek has had a profound impact on Exasol’s technological development over many years. Through his deep expertise, innovative mindset, and exceptional commitment, he has been instrumental in advancing our analytics engine and strengthening Exasol’s position in the market.” Chairman of the Supervisory Board Volker Smid also expressed gratitude, highlighting Golombek’s role in shaping the company’s technological development and providing important impulses for its innovative strength.

The company does not intend to appoint a successor to the CTO position in the near term. Instead, responsibilities will be assumed by Alexander Stigsen, Chief Product Officer (CPO), who reports directly to the CEO. The Executive Board will now consist of CEO Jorg Tewes and CFO Jan-Dirk Henrich. This consolidation aligns with Exasol’s ongoing strategic and organizational development.

Exasol is known for its high-performance analytics engine, purpose-built to handle demanding data workloads with an unmatched price/performance ratio. The company specializes in on-premises and hybrid IT environments, serving customers in highly regulated industries and the public sector while ensuring digital sovereignty and GDPR compliance. For more information about Exasol’s technology, visit www.exasol.com.

The departure of a long-tenured CTO raises questions about the company’s innovation trajectory, but Exasol’s leadership appears confident in the current team’s ability to maintain momentum. With Golombek’s responsibilities transferred to Stigsen, the company aims to streamline decision-making and continue its focus on delivering advanced analytics solutions, including in-memory computing, massively parallel processing, and AI capabilities.

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