PowerSchool has announced the appointment of Antonio Pietri as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective October 6, 2025. The leadership transition marks a significant step in PowerSchool’s ongoing commitment to advancing digital transformation across the global education ecosystem.
Leadership Background
Antonio Pietri joins PowerSchool following a distinguished tenure at Aspen Technology, where he served as President and Chief Executive Officer since 2013. During his leadership, AspenTech experienced substantial global growth and technological evolution, culminating in its successful acquisition by Emerson Electric Co. His tenure was defined by product innovation, operational scalability, and strategic acquisitions that positioned AspenTech as a leader in industrial software solutions.
Vision for PowerSchool
With more than two decades of experience driving growth in product-led software organizations, Pietri is expected to leverage his expertise in global operations, enterprise transformation, and innovation strategy to lead PowerSchool into its next phase of expansion. His appointment aligns with PowerSchool’s mission to empower educators and institutions with advanced, data-driven tools that improve learning outcomes and operational efficiency.
Strategic Outlook
Under Antonio’s leadership, PowerSchool aims to:
- Accelerate innovation across its product portfolio.
- Strengthen its global footprint in the EdTech sector.
- Enhance the user experience for educators, students, and administrators.
- Expand partnerships that foster sustainable, technology-enabled learning.
The company’s renewed focus will center on building scalable education solutions that connect academic institutions with insights, analytics, and real-time decision-making capabilities.
Leadership Remarks
In his first statement as CEO, Antonio Pietri emphasized his vision for PowerSchool’s role in the evolving education technology landscape:
“PowerSchool is uniquely positioned to redefine how institutions use data and software to inspire student success. I’m excited to lead a team committed to innovation and impact on a global scale.”
About PowerSchool
PowerSchool (NYSE: PWSC) is a leading provider of education technology solutions, serving over 45 million students across 90+ countries. Its integrated platform connects educators, students, and families through technology that enhances teaching, learning, and administrative outcomes.
Key Leadership Acknowledgments:
Kishore Kumar Sreerangam | Nico Pierson | Saleh Shalforoosh | Abigail Levandowski | Babita Pandita | Joshua Deegan | Muhammad Saleem | Manuel Lozano | Katelyn Keller
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