Ravi Mali is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in business leadership and strategic alliances within the technology sector. Currently serving as the Leader of Global Alliances & Partners for Blue Planet software and services at Cyan, now part of Ciena, since June 2018, Ravi focuses on building a global alliance and partner program. Previously, Ravi held various leadership roles, including Business Leader for Blue Planet Software in the Middle East and Africa at Ciena, and Leader of the Middle East Business at Cyan, achieving record-breaking results and expanding market reach. With a solid foundation in sales and channel partnership growth, Ravi has also contributed to organizations such as Tellabs and Juniper Networks, where significant business development and revenue growth were achieved. Ravi holds multiple degrees, including an MBA focused on Emerging Markets from the University of Liverpool.