Priya Balakrishnan

Priya Balakrishnan is a seasoned product marketing professional with extensive experience in the technology sector. Currently serving as SVP of Product Marketing at Obsidian Security since August 2025, Priya previously held the position of VP of Product, Solutions, and GTM Marketing at Confluent, where notable contributions included shaping product messaging for the IPO and developing strategic marketing initiatives. With over 15 years in the field, Priya has held various roles at multiple companies, including Rubrik, Redis Labs, and Splunk, where responsibilities encompassed market strategy, product positioning, and cross-functional team leadership. Priya's educational background includes a B.S in Computer Science from Mount Carmel College, a Diploma in Computer Applications from the University of Madras, and an M.S. in Computer Applications from Sri Venkateswara University.