Chris Smith

Chris Smith has over 30 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry. Chris has held various leadership roles in well-known companies such as SpyCloud, Spotlight Cybersecurity Channel Consultants, ESET, Thales eSecurity, Fortinet, Kaspersky Lab, McAfee Security, RADVISION, Frontrunner Solutions, and Gandalf.

Chris'smost recent position was as the Channel Sales Director EMEA at SpyCloud, a company focused on account takeover prevention. Prior to that, they served as a Director at Spotlight Cybersecurity Channel Consultants, where they helped design and implement go-to-market strategies for cybersecurity vendors.

Chris also worked as a Strategic Partner Manager at ESET, where they played a key role in the restructuring of the company's channel and contributed to its year-on-year growth. Chris served as the EMEA Director of Channels at Thales eSecurity, managing Global Systems Integrators and improving coordination across the globe.

At Fortinet, Chris held multiple roles, including Global Account Director and BT Global Account Director, where they successfully grew revenue and significantly expanded the UK operation. Chris also worked as a Channel Manager UK at Fortinet.

Before that, Chris was the Head of Channel UK and Eire at Kaspersky Lab, where they developed and implemented a robust channel strategy resulting in revenue growth. Chris served as VP Channels Northern Europe at McAfee Security, initially as Country Manager for Safeboot before the acquisition, and later overseeing channel management in several territories.

Earlier in their career, Chris held positions such as Country Manager for multiple regions at RADVISION, VP Sales at Frontrunner Solutions, and Regional Sales Manager at Gandalf.

Overall, Chris Smith has a proven track record in driving business growth, developing channel strategies, and effectively managing global relationships in the cybersecurity industry.

Chris Smith attended King Edwards Five Ways Grammar School for Boys. No information about the specific dates or degree/field of study is provided.