DigiCert, a global leader in digital trust solutions, has announced the appointment of Paul Holt as EMEA Group Vice President and James Cook as APAC Group Vice President. These strategic hires come as DigiCert intensifies its focus on supporting the growing demand for digital trust and resilience in these rapidly expanding regions. Both executives will spearhead customer engagement, foster partnerships, and drive the company’s growth strategy in their respective markets.
Addressing the Growing Demand for Digital Trust
As organizations worldwide navigate an increasingly complex digital landscape, the need for robust digital trust solutions has become paramount. DigiCert’s leadership appointments align with its mission to provide cutting-edge solutions that secure communications, protect data, and ensure operational resilience.
“Digital trust has emerged as foundational infrastructure that enables organizations to achieve a higher level of confidence in their security posture,” said Dave Packer, Chief Revenue Officer of DigiCert. “With growing awareness on the importance of trust and resilience, Paul and James bring the extensive sales leadership experience and proven ability to drive growth across the EMEA and APAC regions.”
Paul Holt to Lead EMEA Operations
Paul Holt joins DigiCert with decades of experience in sales leadership, having previously served as Vice President of Sales at Venafi, covering both EMEA and APAC markets. His career also includes senior roles at Anchore and VeriSign, where he played a pivotal role in advancing sales strategies for security services.
“I am thrilled to join DigiCert, a company that is playing a key role in helping customers overcome emerging challenges in areas such as quantum computing, content provenance, and machine identity,” said Holt. “I look forward to working closely with the DigiCert team in EMEA, as well as our partners and customers.”
James Cook to Drive Growth in APAC
James Cook brings extensive expertise in sales leadership across the APAC region. He has held senior positions, including Vice President of Sales for APAC at Entrust and Regional Sales Director for Australia and New Zealand. Prior to Entrust, Cook spent over a decade at Thales eSecurity, where he held leadership roles in the UK and India.
“What excites me most about DigiCert is the opportunity to be part of a company that is uniquely positioned to address the accelerating demand for digital trust,” said Cook. “Organizations in APAC are facing increasing challenges around cybersecurity and digital transformation, and DigiCert’s solutions for PKI, quantum readiness, and digital trust makes it a great time to be a part of the company’s mission.”
DigiCert’s Vision for the Future
The appointments of Holt and Cook signify DigiCert’s commitment to empowering organizations with robust digital trust solutions tailored to regional needs. Their leadership is expected to strengthen DigiCert’s presence in EMEA and APAC, enabling the company to help businesses address challenges such as quantum computing readiness, content security, and machine identity management.
As DigiCert continues to expand its global footprint, the company reaffirms its dedication to innovation and excellence in delivering solutions that secure the digital journeys of organizations across industries.
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