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Mr. Selipsky to advise on KKR\u2019s $179B Real Assets platform as digital infrastructure retools for the AI era<\/p>\n
NEW YORK, September 03, 2025–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–KKR, a leading global investment firm, today announced the appointment of Adam Selipsky, former Chief Executive Officer of Amazon Web Services (AWS), as a Senior Technology and AI Strategy Advisor to the firm. Mr. Selipsky, one of the most recognized leaders in cloud and enterprise technology, will help guide KKR\u2019s global digital infrastructure platform as the firm accelerates investments in the next generation of AI, data centers and energy.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Mr. Selipsky has more than 20 years of executive leadership experience in scaling mission-critical internet infrastructure. At AWS, he helped build the platform from its startup origins into the world\u2019s largest cloud business that powers thousands of leading companies globally and serves as the backbone of the modern digital economy. He previously held the role of CEO of Tableau, steering the data analytics company through its $15.7B acquisition by Salesforce and its successful transition to the cloud.<\/p>\n In his role at KKR, Mr. Selipsky will advise on strategy, capital allocation, and governance for the firm\u2019s $179 billion Real Assets business, with a particular focus on the convergence of compute, data centers, fiber, and energy required to scale AI globally. He will work closely with KKR\u2019s portfolio company CEOs and leadership teams to accelerate growth and strengthen platform value creation.<\/p>\n “AI is fundamentally rewiring the internet\u2019s infrastructure\u2014exposing new bottlenecks while creating once-in-a-generation opportunities. We believe this is a transformational moment for the sector. With AI driving unprecedented demand for compute and power, KKR is advancing a coordinated strategy that unites its data center, energy, and digital infrastructure investments into one platform purpose-built for hyperscalers and AI developers,” said Waldemar Szlezak, Partner and Global Head of Digital Infrastructure at KKR. “Adam\u2019s appointment marks a pivotal step in that journey, and we\u2019re thrilled to welcome him as we retool the world\u2019s infrastructure for the AI era.”<\/p>\n Commenting on his appointment, Adam Selipsky said: “KKR has taken a visionary approach\u2014integrating power, data centers, and connectivity to meet the demands of hyperscalers and AI developers alike. I\u2019m excited to collaborate with Waldemar and the team to build on that foundation and position KKR as the world\u2019s leading AI infrastructure investor.”<\/p>\n Story Continues <\/p>\n KKR has committed approximately $42 billion of equity into digital infrastructure across 23 investments, alongside more than $20 billion in power and renewables. The portfolio today spans five data center platforms across the U.S., APAC, and EMEA\u2014totaling more than 155 facilities and a 15GW development pipeline\u2014twelve fiber platforms reaching nearly 30 million homes, and over 130,000 wireless infrastructure sites across Europe and APAC. Recent milestones include the recapitalization of Metronet, a leading independent FTTH operator in the U.S.; an investment in Gulf Data Hub, one of the Middle East\u2019s premier data center platforms; and the launch of a multi-billion-dollar co-located power and data center development in Bosque County, Texas, in partnership with CyrusOne and Calpine.<\/p>\n About Adam Selipsky<\/p>\n Adam Selipsky most recently served as the CEO of Amazon Web Services (AWS), the world\u2019s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. Mr. Selipsky helped launch AWS and grow it into a $100 billion revenue business. He previously led AWS marketing, sales, and support from 2005-2016. He was additionally responsible for Amazon\u2019s global sustainability efforts. Prior to rejoining AWS in 2021, Mr. Selipsky was President and CEO of Tableau Software. He led Tableau through its acquisition by Salesforce, in what was the third largest software industry acquisition at the time, and the company\u2019s pivot to cloud. Earlier in his career, Mr. Selipsky held senior leadership positions at RealNetworks and Mercer Management Consulting. Mr. Selipsky holds an AB in Government and an MBA from Harvard University. He currently serves on the board of directors of Circle Internet. Mr. Selipsky is on the HBS Board of Dean\u2019s Advisors, served on the US Government AI Safety and Security Board, and is a member of the board of FIFA\u2019s Seattle World Cup 2026.<\/p>\n About KKR<\/p>\n KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR\u2019s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR\u2019s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. For additional information about KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR), please visit KKR\u2019s website at www.kkr.com<\/a>. For additional information about Global Atlantic Financial Group, please visit Global Atlantic Financial Group\u2019s website at www.globalatlantic.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n View source version on businesswire.com: https:\/\/www.businesswire.com\/news\/home\/20250903808538\/en\/<\/a><\/p>\n Contacts<\/p>\n Media Contacts<\/p>\n