Movers & Shakers
Cohesity has recently appointed Sharad Gupta as Director – Channels for India & SAARC, a strategic move aimed at broadening its reach in enterprise data management. In this highly visible role, Gupta will be responsible for shaping channel strategy, bolstering partnerships with distributors and resellers, and accelerating Cohesity’s expansion in India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives.
With over two decades of rich experience in IT and channel ecosystems, Gupta brings deep industry insights to Cohesity. His LinkedIn profile highlights a strong track record in architecting and executing channel-led go‑to‑market strategies, team leadership, and influencing data-driven enterprise adoption. Prior to joining Cohesity, he served in pivotal roles at other leading technology firms, guiding solutions involving cloud, cybersecurity, and data protection—though exact titles and companies remain private.
With over two decades of rich experience in IT and channel ecosystems, Gupta brings deep industry insights to Cohesity. His LinkedIn profile highlights a strong track record in architecting and executing channel-led go‑to‑market strategies, team leadership, and influencing data-driven enterprise adoption. Prior to joining Cohesity, he served in pivotal roles at other leading technology firms, guiding solutions involving cloud, cybersecurity, and data protection—though exact titles and companies remain private.
Sharad is notably active in industry forums, contributing thought leadership on data management, AI-driven recovery, and cyber resilience—a testimony to his forward-thinking approach. At Cohesity, he asserted: “With cloud‑scale data security, AI‑powered recovery, and 24/7 global expertise, we're redefining cyber resilience for the modern enterprise.”
In his new capacity, Gupta will collaborate closely with Cohesity’s global channel leadership to drive adoption of the Cohesity Data Cloud across the region. He’ll prioritize onboarding and enablement of channel partners, fostering deeper engagement through joint marketing campaigns, sales training, and performance-based incentives.
Gupta’s appointment aligns with Cohesity’s intent to reinforce its channel-first approach in high-growth markets. His combination of channel acuity, enterprise focus, and thought leadership positions him well to spearhead Cohesity’s next phase of growth across India & SAARC.
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