Today, Skillsoft (NYSE: SKIL), a leading AI-native skills management platform built for the human + AI era, announced that Art Gilliland has joined its Board of Directors, effective March 25, 2026.
Mr. Gilliland is Chief Executive Officer of Delinea, a leader in identity security, and brings more than 25 years of experience leading global enterprise software and cybersecurity businesses. He previously led the Symantec Enterprise Division at Broadcom, where he oversaw integration and operations following its acquisition, and has held senior leadership roles at Skyport Systems, HP, and Symantec.
Mr. Gilliland brings seasoned board-level leadership and operational judgment shaped by experience advising and leading technology organizations through complex market transactions, regulatory scrutiny and large scale transformations. His background overseeing security-centric enterprise platforms adds strategic depth to Skillsoft’s Board as the company balances innovation with disciplined oversight and long-term value creation.
“Art is a proven CEO with deep expertise across cybersecurity, enterprise software, and AI, bringing a unique combination of leadership and technical perspective that aligns closely with where we are taking Skillsoft,” said Ron Hovsepian, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Chairman of Skillsoft. “His experience scaling enterprise businesses and operating at the intersection of technology and AI, combined with his independence as a director, will be invaluable as we continue to advance our platform and drive long-term growth.”
“As AI fundamentally reshapes how work gets done, questions of trust, access, and accountability are becoming core leadership concerns,” said Mr. Gilliland. “Skillsoft is uniquely positioned to help organizations build not only critical skills, but also the decision-making frameworks needed to navigate this complexity responsibly. I am looking forward to supporting the team as they extend their leadership in the AI-native workforce transformation and drive the company’s next phase of growth.”
