Adobe Systems Inc. (ADBE) announced the alignment of its mobile and platform operations as it moves toward an integrated technology platform and runtime environment for personal computers, mobile handsets and consumer devices.
In support of this strategy, the Mobile and Devices Business Unit or MDBU is joining Adobe's Experience and Technology group, led by Chief Technology Officer Kevin Lynch.
Gary Kovacs, vice president of product management and marketing for Adobe's MDBU, has been promoted to vice president and general manager of the business unit, reporting to Kevin Lynch, effective May 1.
Kovacs takes over for senior vice president Al Ramadan, who has decided to leave Adobe effective April 30 after nearly 10 years with Adobe and Macromedia.
Separately, the company announced that Rob Tarkoff, SVP of Corporate Development, has been appointed SVP of Adobe's Business Productivity Business Unit effective May 1. Tarkoff replaces SVP David Mendels, who is leaving the company after a combined total of 16 years with Adobe and Macromedia.
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