EnterpriseDB (EDB), a leader in Postgres® data and AI solutions, is reinforcing its position as the preferred choice for enterprise data management and AI sovereignty. The recent introduction of EDB Postgres® AI, the industry’s first unified data and AI platform designed for transactional, analytical, and AI workloads, has garnered significant attention and acclaim. In light of this growth, EDB is excited to announce the appointment of Nancy Hensley as Chief Product Officer (CPO), who will play a pivotal role in guiding the company through its next growth phase.
Market Trends and EDB’s Position
Recent studies indicate that 35% of enterprises are now considering Postgres for their upcoming enterprise-grade database initiatives, with 65% of these workloads integrating AI within hybrid environments. This trend underscores the increasing importance of data and AI sovereignty as critical business imperatives (EDB Study, June 2024). EDB stands at the forefront of this transformation, providing a platform that harmonizes the agility of the cloud with the control afforded by hybrid environments, specifically tailored for sovereign, scalable, and complex workloads.
Building on its achievements from 2024, EDB has marked several notable milestones:
- Introduced EDB Postgres AI, a comprehensive platform for diverse workloads.
- Received accolades including DevOps Dozen Best Database Solution and recognition as one of CRN’s 20 Coolest Cloud Software Companies Of The 2025 Cloud 100.
- Expanded its customer base to over 1,500 globally, including key players in financial services, government, media, and IT sectors.
- Maintained its position as the largest contributor to PostgreSQL, accounting for approximately 30% of code contributions with a dedicated team of over 300 developers.
Nancy Hensley Joins EDB as Chief Product Officer
Nancy Hensley brings a wealth of experience, having spent over two decades shaping enterprise success through innovative data and AI strategies. Her previous roles at IBM and Stats Perform have equipped her with the expertise needed to drive product management and marketing at EDB. Hensley’s focus will be on creating a customer-centric roadmap that aligns product management, marketing, and go-to-market strategies.
“What attracted me to EDB was the convergence of three things: the vision for the business, a hyper-focus on building and delivering a sovereign data and AI platform, and the company’s deep commitment to the long-term success of Postgres and customers. Given the culture and the customers, there is a remarkable opportunity here,” Hensley remarked.
Kevin Dallas, CEO of EDB, emphasized the significance of Hensley’s appointment, stating, “We know that Postgres is unmatched in its ability to innovate while reducing cost exposure. EDB Postgres AI has clearly demonstrated the market demand for sovereign data and AI strategies, earning industry recognition for its ability to seamlessly combine agility with control for today’s complex enterprise needs. Nancy’s expertise in delivering customer-focused enterprise solutions will guide us through our next phase of growth as we tackle the most pressing hybrid and sovereign data challenges facing our customers.”
(EDB CPO Nancy Hensley and CEO Kevin Dallas at EDB Sales Kickoff, January 2025)
About EDB
EDB offers a robust data and AI platform that empowers organizations to leverage the full potential of Postgres for transactional, analytical, and AI workloads across any cloud environment. With a focus on risk management, cost efficiency, and scalability, EDB serves over 1,500 customers worldwide, including major government agencies and leading financial services and media companies. The company’s solutions facilitate the modernization of legacy systems and the dismantling of data silos, all while harnessing the power of enterprise-grade open-source technologies. EDB ensures high availability of up to 99.999%, incorporating essential features such as security, compliance controls, and observability. For further details, visit www.enterprisedb.com.
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Shane Smith
Offleash PR for EDB
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