Cohesity, a leader in AI-powered data security, has announced the appointment of Carol Carpenter as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). With over 20 years of technology and marketing leadership, Carpenter will oversee Cohesity’s global marketing strategy as the company continues its momentum following its successful integration with Veritas’ enterprise data protection business.

Leadership Announcement

"Carol has demonstrated outstanding leadership in the cloud and security markets and a deep commitment to customer success throughout her career," said Sanjay Poonen, CEO and President of Cohesity. "Her innovative mindset and customer-first approach will help reinforce our position as the world's leading choice for cyber resilience."

Carpenter’s Industry Experience

Before joining Cohesity, Carpenter held CMO roles at Unity and VMware, where she played a pivotal role in brand growth and market leadership. She also served as Global VP of Marketing at Google Cloud, helping transform it from its early stages into a major industry force.

Her expertise includes leadership positions at:
Google Cloud – Spearheaded marketing growth initiatives.
VMware & Unity – Led large-scale brand transformations.
Trend Micro & Apple – Specialized in cybersecurity and technology marketing.

Driving Growth & Market Expansion

As Cohesity’s new CMO, Carpenter will focus on:
Strengthening Brand Awareness – Elevating Cohesity’s global presence.
Refining Go-to-Market Strategies – Enhancing engagement with enterprises.
Driving Demand Generation – Expanding market reach and lead acquisition.

"Cohesity empowers companies to stay resilient amid an increasingly complex cyber threat landscape," said Carol Carpenter. "I’m excited to join this exceptional team as we enter a new era of protecting the world’s data."

What This Means for Customers

Enhanced Cyber Resilience – Stronger positioning in AI-driven data security.
Customer-Centric Innovation – Greater focus on market-driven solutions.
Global Expansion – Strengthening enterprise partnerships worldwide.

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