Workday appoints Sarah Kennedy Ellis as new CMO to lead AI-driven marketing growth.

Workday has named Sarah Kennedy Ellis as its new chief marketing officer, effective October 5, 2026. She will lead global marketing and communications, focusing on advancing Workday's brand and growth strategy in the AI era. Kennedy Ellis brings over 20 years of experience, having previously led marketing at Google Cloud and Adobe Experience Cloud. Her appointment signals Workday's commitment to leveraging AI to transform enterprise HR, finance, and IT operations.