WD Executive and Leadership Team

Brian Balistreri, the Director, Logistics & Chief of Staff at WD, manages the intricate supply chain networks required to distribute hard disk drives and flash memory products globally. Balistreri optimizes freight operations across North America and Asia to ensure timely delivery to hyperscalers and original equipment manufacturers. By streamlining warehouse throughput and inventory management, the Director, Logistics & Chief of Staff maintains the operational agility necessary for high-volume data storage distribution. Brian Balistreri coordinates with executive leadership to align logistics capacity with fluctuating market demand for consumer electronics and enterprise hardware. This role involves mitigating supply chain risks through data-driven forecasting and strategic vendor partnerships. Ultimately, Balistreri secures the efficiency of the global distribution network, supporting the company's commitment to reliable, high-speed data access for customers worldwide.

David Goddard, the Senior Director, Quality & Quality Continuous Improvement At Western Digital Chief of Staff at WD, architects rigorous testing protocols for solid-state drives and data center platforms. Goddard enforces strict manufacturing standards to minimize failure rates in mission-critical cloud infrastructure environments. By implementing advanced quality control methodologies, the Senior Director, Quality & Quality Continuous Improvement At Western Digital Chief of Staff drives excellence across all production facilities. David Goddard collaborates with engineering teams to integrate feedback loops that enhance product durability and performance consistency. This leadership position focuses on reducing operational waste while maximizing the reliability of storage solutions for enterprise clients. Through continuous improvement initiatives, Goddard ensures that every product meets the demanding specifications required by modern AI-driven data workloads and global hyperscale data centers.

John Schroeder, the HR Chief of Staff at WD, directs human capital strategies that support a global workforce dedicated to data storage innovation. Schroeder aligns talent acquisition and organizational development with the company's long-term objectives in the competitive technology sector. By overseeing internal communications and employee engagement programs, the HR Chief of Staff fosters a culture of technical excellence and operational efficiency. John Schroeder partners with executive leadership to design performance management frameworks that reward high-impact contributions across North America, Europe, and Asia. This role involves managing complex organizational structures to ensure that human resources initiatives directly support the scaling of flash memory and HDD production. Ultimately, Schroeder strengthens the company's internal capabilities, ensuring that the workforce remains equipped to address the evolving challenges of the global data storage market.

April Yan, the Chief Information Officer, Business Operations, Office of at WD, oversees the digital infrastructure and information systems that power global business operations. Yan manages the integration of enterprise software platforms to optimize data flow across manufacturing and sales divisions. By architecting scalable IT solutions, the Chief Information Officer, Business Operations, Office of ensures that internal systems support the high-speed requirements of cloud infrastructure and consumer electronics distribution. April Yan collaborates with other C-suite leaders to implement cybersecurity protocols that protect proprietary data storage technologies. This leadership role focuses on leveraging data analytics to improve decision-making processes and operational transparency. Through the modernization of business systems, Yan drives efficiency and digital transformation, enabling the company to maintain a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving global data storage industry.

Michelle Wostenberg, the Director, Chief of Staff - Global ASIC at WD, manages the strategic development and operational execution of application-specific integrated circuits essential for high-performance storage products. Wostenberg coordinates cross-functional teams to accelerate the design cycle of custom silicon components used in SSDs and data center platforms. By aligning ASIC development with product roadmaps, the Director, Chief of Staff - Global ASIC ensures that hardware capabilities meet the rigorous demands of AI-driven data workloads. Michelle Wostenberg facilitates communication between engineering, manufacturing, and executive stakeholders to resolve technical bottlenecks and optimize resource allocation. This role involves overseeing the global ASIC supply chain to maintain a steady flow of critical components for enterprise and consumer markets. Through precise project management, Wostenberg drives the innovation of core storage technologies, supporting the company's market leadership in high-capacity data solutions.

Kristine Cabral, the Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Chief of Staff at WD, manages the global procurement of raw materials and components required for manufacturing hard disk drives and flash memory. Cabral negotiates long-term contracts with key suppliers to ensure cost-efficiency and supply stability across international markets. By implementing strategic sourcing initiatives, the Senior Director, Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Chief of Staff mitigates risks associated with global supply chain volatility. Kristine Cabral collaborates with engineering and operations teams to identify high-quality materials that enhance product performance for cloud service providers and OEMs. This leadership role involves analyzing market trends to optimize procurement strategies for diverse data storage platforms. Through disciplined vendor management and cost control, Cabral secures the financial health of the manufacturing division, enabling the company to deliver competitive storage solutions globally.

Barrett Edwards, the Chief Technology Officer, Western Digital Platforms at WD, architects the technical vision for next-generation data center platforms and storage architectures. Edwards leads research and development efforts to advance the capabilities of high-capacity HDDs and SSDs for hyperscale environments. By identifying emerging trends in AI and cloud infrastructure, the Chief Technology Officer, Western Digital Platforms ensures that the company remains at the forefront of storage innovation. Barrett Edwards collaborates with the Board and executive team to prioritize technology investments that drive long-term growth and market differentiation. This role involves overseeing the transition from legacy storage systems to advanced, software-defined data platforms. Through technical leadership, Edwards enables the company to provide scalable, high-performance solutions that meet the complex data management needs of enterprise organizations and global cloud service providers.

Tammy Posadas, the Senior Director, HRBP and Chief of Staff at WD, aligns human resources initiatives with the operational requirements of the company's global manufacturing and engineering divisions. Posadas develops talent retention strategies that support the specialized workforce responsible for designing and building advanced data storage products. By serving as a strategic partner to business unit leaders, the Senior Director, HRBP and Chief of Staff ensures that organizational structures are optimized for efficiency and innovation. Tammy Posadas manages workforce planning to address the evolving needs of the company's presence in North America, Europe, and Asia. This role involves fostering a high-performance culture that emphasizes technical expertise and collaborative problem-solving. Through effective HR management, Posadas supports the company's ability to attract and retain the talent necessary to maintain its position as a leader in the data storage industry.

Melissa Savlov, the Technologist & Chief of Staff at WD, evaluates emerging storage technologies to guide the company's long-term product strategy. Savlov bridges the gap between technical research and executive decision-making, ensuring that product development aligns with market demands for high-capacity and high-speed storage. By analyzing the performance of flash memory and HDD prototypes, the Technologist & Chief of Staff provides critical insights that inform the company's innovation roadmap. Melissa Savlov collaborates with engineering teams to assess the feasibility of new storage architectures for AI-driven workloads and cloud infrastructure. This role involves translating complex technical data into actionable business strategies that enhance the company's competitive position. Through rigorous technical assessment, Savlov drives the development of next-generation storage solutions, ensuring that the company continues to meet the diverse needs of its global customer base.

Nick Tongsan, the End-To-End Quality Excellence Lead Chief of Staff at WD, oversees the comprehensive quality assurance lifecycle for all data storage products, from initial design to final delivery. Tongsan implements end-to-end quality frameworks that ensure consistency across the entire manufacturing process for HDDs and SSDs. By monitoring performance metrics throughout the supply chain, the End-To-End Quality Excellence Lead Chief of Staff identifies and resolves potential defects before products reach the market. Nick Tongsan collaborates with global operations teams to standardize quality protocols across all manufacturing sites. This leadership role focuses on maintaining the high reliability standards required by hyperscalers and enterprise organizations. Through the application of advanced quality management systems, Tongsan drives operational excellence, ensuring that the company's storage solutions consistently deliver the performance and durability expected by customers worldwide.