Leukert joins as a Class II director with a term extending through the 2027 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. He will also serve on the Board’s Nominating and Governance Committee. His appointment follows a decades-long career in global software engineering and digital transformation, including senior roles at Deutsche Bank AG and SAP, where he oversaw broad technology portfolios.

Board Chairman Mike Gianoni cited Leukert’s expertise in AI transformation and enterprise software as a vital asset for the company’s current product cycle. Leukert, who also holds board positions at organizations such as Workday and BP, noted that he intends to focus on the development of the company's Autonomous Knowledge Platform. This addition serves as a key step in Teradata’s efforts to solidify its position as a foundation for AI agent governance and performance.