Julius Genachowski

Julius Genachowski is a prominent figure in the technology, media, and telecommunications sectors, with extensive experience in both the public and private sectors. He currently serves as a Senior Advisor at The Carlyle Group, a global investment firm, after transitioning from his role as Managing Director and Partner in early 2024.25

Career Highlights

Private Sector::

• Senior Advisor at The Carlyle Group (current position)2
• Managing Director and Partner at The Carlyle Group (2014-2023), focusing on global technology, media, and telecom investments15
• Senior executive at IAC/InterActiveCorp, where he helped grow the company to over $6 billion in annual revenue1

Public Sector::

• Chairman of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from 2009 to 201314
• Served on President Obama's Intelligence Advisory Board5

Board Memberships

Genachowski currently serves on the boards of several prominent companies:

• Mattel Inc., where he is a member of the Audit Committee and Governance and Social Responsibility Committee2
• Sonos, where he has been the Chairperson of the Board since May 20235
• Mastercard Incorporated, where he chairs the Audit Committee5

Education and Early Career

• Holds a B.A. in history from Columbia University and a J.D. from Harvard Law School5
• Served as a law clerk to U.S. Supreme Court Justice David H. Souter5
• Worked on the staff of then-Representative Charles Schumer and the U.S. House Select Committee on the Iran-Contra Affair5

Throughout his career, Genachowski has been recognized for his contributions to the tech and media industries. During his tenure as FCC Chairman, the agency was named one of Wired's Top 7 Disruptions and the most improved in federal government.3 His expertise in technology, media, and telecommunications, combined with his experience in both the public and private sectors, has made him a valuable asset in the corporate world and on various boards of directors.