Atlas HXM, the global workforce platform built on compliance, has named John Fennelly as its new Chief Executive Officer. Fennelly, who has been a member of the Atlas HXM board since September 2025, brings over three decades of leadership experience in global technology, information services, and human capital businesses. His appointment signals a strategic push to accelerate the company's vision for the next generation of global workforce management solutions, enabling customers to scale their global operations with agility and ease.
Fennelly most recently served as President and CEO of Lionbridge, a pioneer in localization, games, and AI services, where he led more than 7,000 employees and drove consistent growth through innovative technology solutions. Prior to that, he was CEO of HireRight, a global HR technology leader serving over 40,000 customers, where he spearheaded a major transformation that delivered record revenue and earnings growth. His deep expertise in scaling global businesses and building winning cultures positions him to lead Atlas HXM into its next chapter.
Atlas HXM differentiates itself by helping companies decide how to engage each worker—whether as an employee through Employer of Record (EOR) or as a contractor through Agent of Record (AOR)—and then managing the entire lifecycle in one platform. The company's EOR service operates entities in over 160 countries, backed by more than a decade of practitioner-led compliance expertise. This comprehensive approach addresses the growing complexity of global employment, where businesses are no longer bound by geography but need partners who can engage talent responsibly and quickly.
"Companies of all sizes are looking across the globe for the people that will help them innovate and grow," said Fennelly. "Companies are no longer bound by where talent lives, but they need the right partner with the expertise to engage that talent responsibly and can get them up and running, regardless of their location. Our opportunity is to bring technology and human expertise together in a way that makes global workforce management dramatically simpler."
The appointment underscores Atlas HXM's commitment to its "For People, By People" philosophy, which emphasizes that technology should enhance global employment while keeping human expertise at the core. Bill Keenan, Chairman of the Board at Atlas HXM and Principal at Sixth Street Growth, expressed confidence in Fennelly's leadership: "Atlas HXM has built a differentiated position in global workforce management. John has a proven record of scaling global businesses, leading transformation and building winning cultures. Having worked alongside him on the board, we know his experience and vision align closely with where Atlas HXM is going next."
For the Long Beach and surrounding business community, this leadership change could signal expanded opportunities in global workforce solutions. As companies in Southern California continue to navigate remote and international hiring, Atlas HXM's enhanced platform under Fennelly's direction may offer more streamlined compliance and engagement options. The company's recognition as a category Leader by NelsonHall and Everest Group further validates its impact on the industry. Businesses seeking to expand their global footprint can learn more at Atlas HXM. Fennelly's appointment is poised to drive innovation and growth, reinforcing the importance of adaptable workforce strategies in an increasingly global economy.
