Life at New Relic: Our Board Chair’s Journey with Fast Changing Companies

New Relic recently appointed Anne DelSanto and David Henshall to its board of directors, with Hope Cochran, a Managing Director at Madrona Venture Group, stepping into the role of board chair. In a conversation with Debbie O'Brien, New Relic's Chief Communications Officer, Cochran shared insights from her diverse career, which spans roles from opera singer to CFO of various high-growth companies, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and preparedness. She highlighted how her experiences at companies like PeopleSoft, Clearwire, and King Digital taught her to thrive in dynamic environments and manage rapid growth while maintaining company culture and creativity. Cochran's approach to leadership involves embracing change as an opportunity for growth, taking bold risks, and fostering teamwork. She also shared practical advice for women executives, such as taking career risks and maintaining confidence during interviews. Cochran is enthusiastic about New Relic's strategic pivot towards a data-centric observability approach and is eager to support the company's transformation and market expansion as the new board chair.