Nikesh Arora is the CEO and Chairman of Palo Alto Networks, a leading cybersecurity company. With an extensive background in the tech industry, Arora has held significant positions at companies like Google and SoftBank Corp. His leadership at Palo Alto Networks continues to shape the cybersecurity landscape and drive the company's growth.
Who is the CEO of Palo Alto Networks?
As the CEO and Chairman of Palo Alto Networks, Nikesh Arora has an impressive background in the tech industry. His professional journey includes founding T-Motion PLC, which later merged with T-Mobile International, and holding various senior leadership roles at Google, such as Vice President of Europe Operations and Senior Vice President and Chief Business Officer.
Arora also served as the President and COO of SoftBank Corp. before joining Palo Alto Networks. His diverse experience and expertise have contributed to his success in leading the cybersecurity company and shaping its growth in the industry.
Work History
- Palo Alto Networks - Chairman and CEO: June 2018 - Present
- SoftBank - President and COO: September 2014 - June 2016
- Google - Chief Business Officer: December 2004 - September 2014
- T-Mobile - Chief Marketing Officer: July 2000 - July 2004
Education History
Nikesh Arora's educational background is a blend of engineering, finance, and business administration. He began his academic journey at the Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from 1985 to 1989. Arora then pursued further studies in the United States, obtaining an MBA in Marketing from Northeastern University between 1990 and 1992. He continued his education at Boston College, earning a Master of Science (MS) in Finance, General from 1992 to 1994. Arora later returned to Northeastern University to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Business/Commerce, General, which he began in 2013.
When did Nikesh Arora join Palo Alto Networks?
Nikesh Arora joined Palo Alto Networks as Chairman and CEO on June 1, 2018. Since then, he has been leading the company for over four years, driving its growth and success in the cybersecurity industry. Under his leadership, Palo Alto Networks has become a preferred partner for enterprises and governments worldwide, offering innovative solutions to protect their digital assets.