Kitware Appoints New Board Member and Renews Terms for Two Existing Directors

Andinet Enquobahrie joins Kitware’s Board; Lisa Avila and Claudine Hagen reappointed

Clifton Park, N.Y. (July 17, 2025) – Kitware, a leader in developing open source software solutions for advanced computing and AI, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andinet Enquobahrie, Ph.D., to its board of directors. Dr. Enquobahrie is the Senior Director of Medical Computing at KRS and brings extensive technical expertise and strategic perspective to the board, particularly in the field of medical imaging. He replaces Bea Paniagua, Ph.D., whose term has concluded. Kitware extends its gratitude to Bea for her thoughtful leadership and many contributions.

“Andinet’s experience in advancing medical imaging technologies aligns well with Kitware’s long-term vision,” said Bill Hoffman, Kitware co-founder, CTO, and Chairman of the Board. “We’re excited to have him join the board and contribute to Kitware’s continued innovation and impact.”

The company has also renewed board terms for two existing directors:

• Lisa Avila, co-founder and board member since Kitware’s inception, will continue her 3-year term. Her leadership and deep understanding of Kitware’s mission and values remain integral to the company’s growth.
• Claudine Hagen, Kitware’s Chief Financial Officer, has been reappointed for another 3-year term. Her deep financial expertise and operational insights are a valuable contribution to the board.

These appointments come at a pivotal time for Kitware, as the company continues to build on its core strengths in open source software while expanding into new strategic areas, including cybersecurity and scientific AI. By investing in technical leadership and talent across emerging domains, Kitware is well-positioned to address future challenges and shape the next chapter of its growth.

To learn more about Kitware’s leadership team, visit kitware.com/teams/bod.

About Kitware

Kitware delivers innovation to its customers. As a software research and development company, Kitware solves the world’s most complex scientific challenges using custom software solutions built on open source technology. In addition to custom software development, the company also offers technical support and training services to anyone using its open source tools. Since its founding in 1998, Kitware has developed a reputation for its unparalleled technical expertise and excellent customer service. The company is proud to be 100% employee-owned. For additional information, visit kitware.com or follow them on LinkedIn and Twitter.