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In this month-to-month feature, we’ll keep you up to date on the latest professional developments affecting individuals in the broader tech community. Regardless of whether it’s a promotion, new firm rental, or even an accolade, we’ve gathered the key takeaways. Regularly review a comprehensive and current checklist to potentially discover valuable insights or even develop new ideas yourself.
The enterprise knowledge management agency has appointed Alyssa Sliney as its new Senior Vice President of EMEA Supply. As the new incumbent, Alyssa will be responsible for delivering exceptional quality, driving year-over-year revenue growth, fostering employee engagement, and consistently surpassing customer expectations.
Twenty years ago, Sliney began his journey with Syniti as an intern. For the past five years, he has served as the senior supply chain partner responsible for ensuring quality and governance within the Syniti Information Platform. A Bentley College alumnus is set to relocate across the Atlantic and assume a new role.
Her profession revolves around helping organizations efficiently manage their knowledge resources. I’ve empowered IT organizations on the brink of crisis by introducing Syniti, averting potentially catastrophic consequences from the absence of critical knowledge. I’ve collaborated with organizations through divestitures, mergers, and acquisitions to seamlessly integrate their existing operations, thereby granting them effortless access to all relevant information. I’m excited to leverage my skills in my new role, and I’m looking forward to collaborating with the talented team at Syniti’s EMEA office.
A leading developer of distributed file systems and knowledge administration platforms announces the appointment of Chris Lisica as Head of Customer Support for its European, Middle Eastern, African, and Asian Pacific Japan regions. Lisica brings 20 years of experience to his new role as technical operations supervisor, having honed his skills in Qumulo’s buyer help group before joining Microsoft Xbox as a key asset in its technical operations team.
Douglas Fallstrom, senior vice president of products and operations at Hammerspace, notes that Chris is also widely recognized as the “Godfather of Slack Assist,” crediting his technical management expertise in building a global team focused on delivering exceptional customer support. “As we expand into new markets, ensuring customer success remains our top priority; delivering exceptional, personalized experiences that exceed expectations.”
The company behind Digits, a pioneering technology that’s revolutionizing data storage with its ceramic-based solution, has named Steven Campbell as its new Chief Expertise Officer. Campbell, a seasoned veteran with storied stints as CTO at HGST and Western Digital, is poised to harness his deep understanding of storage technologies to shape the development of Cerabyte’s cutting-edge storage innovations.
Campbell has amassed a notable array of professional achievements, including the successful implementation of Shingled Magnetic Recording (SMR) and driving the development and launch of the first helium-filled hard drive. Steve was previously the CEO of Magnecomp Worldwide, a Singapore-based company, as well as Magnecomp Precision Technology in Thailand and Innoktek Limited.
Campbell expressed enthusiasm for collaborating with Cerabyte’s trailblazing team and their unwavering commitment to transforming the way we manage and protect knowledge. As a collaborative force, we will redefine the limits of innovation, offering unprecedented choices that have the potential to revolutionize the future of knowledge preservation.
Information Unification and Administration Supplier Names James Redfern as Chief Financial Officer. With over 20 years of experience under his belt, Redfern, previously CFO of Payscale, assumes the helm as Reltio’s new CFO, capitalizing on the company’s $145 million annual recurring revenue milestone reached by the end of July. Replacing Gordon Brooks, the outgoing CFO, is a new executive who assumes this role.
As Reltio’s CEO and founder, Manish Sood expressed enthusiasm in welcoming James during a pivotal period for the company, highlighting its focus on driving ongoing growth and innovation. James possesses in-depth knowledge and a distinguished track record with top-tier global financial institutions and expertise organizations, ensuring superior business results. A seasoned professional with several years of experience in strategic, financial, and operational capacities could prove highly valuable as we accelerate our growth and expansion plans.
A leading provider of behavioral and sentiment insights has named Claire Fang as its chief product officer, spearheading innovation in their offerings. Following her tenure at Facebook, Microsoft, Qualtrics, and SeekOut, Fang joined the Atlanta-based firm, primarily responsible for leveraging the company’s AI-powered autocapture technology to extract the most accurate and comprehensive customer behavior data.
“When I’ve observed firsthand the imperative of behavioral insights in large corporations, I’ve witnessed their potential to amplify customer understanding,” Fang said. What sets Fullstory apart is its ability to accurately capture and distill comprehensive buyer behavior insights by analyzing a customer’s every action.
“We harness the most comprehensive portfolio of behavioral data and cutting-edge insights to bring tailored solutions that meet the complex needs of large corporate clients.”
Leading-edge software solutions provider for eDiscovery, compliance, and data governance announces the elevation of Fernando Delgado to the role of Senior Director of Artificial Intelligence and Analytics, effective this month. As part of his new role, Delgado may be tasked with cultivating the development of predictive and generative AI technology employed by the Seattle company’s software applications.
According to Delgado, a leading expert in the field with a PhD in Information Science from Cornell University, “The authorized business must thoughtfully navigate the complex moral and ethical implications surrounding AI, prioritizing human alignment as a crucial aspect of design.” Aligning AI systems requires more than just a technical approach; it necessitates incorporating diverse perspectives to ensure that these systems embody and align with human values. By involving relevant stakeholders throughout the design process, from its inception, we can create AI systems that are not only intelligent but also empathetic and humane.
The enterprise intelligence and analytics company has named seasoned executive Tejas Mehta as its new Senior Vice President and General Manager for the Middle East and Africa region, further bolstering its global presence. After a three-year tenure at IT consultancy Sycomp, Mehta joined Qlik, bringing with him a wealth of experience from his 25-year career at IBM, where he most recently served as Vice President and General Manager for North, East, Central, and West Africa.
Qlik notes that the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region is poised to become one of the fastest-growing areas within its Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) operations, with the newly appointed regional leader driving progress. Upon Mehta’s appointment, the MEA region will operate as a standalone entity within Qlik.
“As Mehta explained, he is thrilled to spearhead Qlik’s sales efforts in the Middle East and Africa.” With its cutting-edge AI implementation, the region is poised at the cusp of a transformative revolution, necessitating a solid foundation in knowledge and analytics to fuel this evolution. I am excited about collaborating with our skilled team to help companies fully leverage the possibilities of AI.
A leading-edge knowledge sharing platform based in New York has named Amy Shapero as its inaugural Chief Financial Officer. As CFO of Shopify, Shapira leveraged VAST from the e-commerce platform to guide the company’s transformation, ultimately growing revenue from under $700 million to nearly $6 billion within a mere five-year span.
Joins a government agency led by Director Renen Hallack, where
To the Ones to Watch Checklist for 2024 Hallack praised Shapero for his “deep understanding of complex financial concepts, technical acumen, and hands-on experience with fast-paced, mission-oriented companies like ours,” saying he was “excited to build this great company alongside her.”
“As I conversed with Renen and the VAST management team from the outset, their distinctiveness was palpable, boasting intelligent leadership and a compelling proposition as AI’s impact unfolds.” Throughout my career, I’ve consistently relied on data-driven decision making, utilizing my expertise to empower organizations by unlocking valuable insights that improve customer experiences, drive innovation, and unlock economies of scale, ultimately creating new value for their stakeholders. Our unique approach to delivering innovative expertise and exceptional customer results sets us apart, and I’m excited to contribute to our global expansion.
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