Exabeam names Craig Patterson as Global Channel Chief

Craig Patterson has been appointed as the Global Channel Chief at Exabeam, where he will lead efforts to advance innovation and collaboration in the company's channel ecosystem worldwide.

Exabeam, a company specialising in cybersecurity, announced that Patterson will oversee the integration of Exabeam's partner programme with that of LogRhythm. His role will include enhancing go-to-market strategies and expanding the company's presence through strategic partnerships in various regions, including North America, Europe, LATAM, iMETA, and APAC.

Chris O'Malley, CEO of Exabeam, expressed his confidence in Patterson's capabilities. "Craig's proven ability to scale global partner programs make him the ideal leader to drive our global channel strategy as we aim to capitalise on our momentum post-merger," he said. "His strategic approach to channel development, coupled with his cybersecurity experience, will be invaluable as we continue to expand our partner ecosystem and deliver industry-leading security analytics solutions through our channel-first strategy."

Patterson brings over two decades of channel leadership experience to his new role. His professional background includes leadership positions at Aryaka Networks and Lumen Technologies, where he coordinated billion-dollar revenue strategies and expanded programs on a global scale.

Throughout his career, Patterson has been recognised with numerous accolades, including the CRN Channel Chief Award for three consecutive years from 2022 to 2024, the 2023 Channel Influencer of the Year award, and the 2022 Channel Futures Circle of Excellence award.

Exabeam stated that Patterson's appointment aligns with the company's commitment to strengthening its market position in security analytics and security information and event management (SIEM) solutions through robust channel partnerships.

Patterson commented on his new role, saying, "Joining Exabeam represents an incredible opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity through channel excellence. I look forward to working with our global partners to deliver innovative security solutions that help organisations better detect and respond to threats, reduce risk, and streamline security operations."