INDUSTRY APPOINTMENTS
Exabeam appoints Craig Patterson as Global Channel Chief for integration of partner programmes
Exabeam announced the appointment of Craig Patterson as Global Channel Chief . Patterson will lead efforts to drive innovation and collaboration within the channel ecosystem , enhance go-to-market strategies , and expand the company ’ s footprint through strategic partnerships across North America , Europe , LATAM , iMETA , and APAC regions .
Patterson ’ s deep channel expertise will help Exabeam further strengthen its position as the world ’ s and largest independent security analytics and security information and event management , SIEM vendor .
“ Craig ’ s proven ability to scale global partner programs make him the ideal provider to drive our global channel strategy as we aim to capitalise on our momentum post-merger ,” said Chris O ’ Malley , CEO of
Exabeam . “ His strategic approach to channel development , coupled with his cybersecurity experience , will be invaluable as we continue to expand our partner ecosystem and deliver industry-security analytics solutions through our channel-first strategy .”
Patterson brings over 20 years of channel leadership expertise to Exabeam , with a proven track record in scaling global channel programs and driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships . He is an accomplished channel provider whose contributions have earned him numerous accolades , including the CRN Channel Chief Award , 2022 – 2024 , the 2023 Channel Influencer of the Year award , and the 2022 Channel Futures Circle of Excellence award .
Prior to Exabeam , Patterson held leadership roles at Aryaka Networks and
Lumen Technologies , where he led billiondollar revenue strategies and scaled programs across global markets .
Patterson ’ s appointment reinforces the company ’ s dedication to advancing its market-security analytics and SIEM solutions through strong channel partnerships . “ Joining Exabeam represents an incredible opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity through channel excellence ,” said Patterson .”
Exabeam is a global cybersecurity provider that delivers AI-driven security operations . High-integrity data ingestion , powerful analytics , and workflow automation power the industry ’ s most advanced self-hosted and cloud-native security operations platform for threat detection , investigation , and response , TDIR .
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CyberKnight announces appointment of Rabih Itani as Regional Sales Director for Gulf
Rabih Itani
CyberKnight announced the appointment of Rabih Itani as the Regional Sales Director for the Gulf region . With over two decades of experience in technology sales and a proven track record of driving business growth , Rabih will lead CyberKnight ’ s sales strategy and operations across United Arab Emirates , Bahrain , Kuwait , Oman and Qatar . Having held key roles at globally recognised organisations , he has built a strong reputation for driving market growth and fostering customer relationships .
Rabih Itani ’ s appointment comes at a pivotal moment for CyberKnight , as the company continues to expand its regional presence and strengthen its position as a thought provider in Zero Trust Security .
With deep expertise in the cybersecurity domain as well as building high-performing sales teams , Rabih will play a key role in enabling CyberKnight to achieve ambitious growth targets while delivering value to our regional ecosystem . Rabih will oversee sales operations , develop market strategies , and support CyberKnight ’ s customers and partners with innovative cybersecurity solutions .
“ We are delighted to have Rabih join our leadership team . His strategic mindset and regional acumen align perfectly with our growth objectives in the Gulf . Rabih ’ s exceptional experience and deep understanding of regional dynamics make him the ideal choice to further solidify our position as the trusted cybersecurity advisor in the Gulf . As CyberKnight continues its mission to revolutionise the cybersecurity landscape across the region , Rabih ’ s leadership will ensure we are well-equipped to continue supporting our customers with precision and agility ,” commented Avinash Advani , Founder and CEO at CyberKnight .
“ My focus will be on leveraging our strength in Zero Trust Security to address key market demands and build enduring relationships . I look forward to working closely with our talented team and dedicated partners to address our customers ’ emerging challenges effectively ,” commented Rabih Itani . •
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