Chris Smithee
About Chris Smithee
Chris Smithee serves as the Director of Technology Alliances at BlueCat, where he has worked since 2023. He has a strong background in technology management, having previously held key roles at Cisco, OfficeSpace Software, and Lancope, where he significantly contributed to revenue growth and strategic partnerships.
Current Role at BlueCat
Chris Smithee serves as the Director of Technology Alliances at BlueCat, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for managing strategic partnerships and alliances that enhance BlueCat's technology offerings. His focus is on aligning technology solutions with business objectives to drive growth and innovation within the company.
Previous Experience at OfficeSpace Software
Before joining BlueCat, Chris Smithee worked at OfficeSpace Software as the Director of Product Management from 2021 to 2023. He played a key role in developing strategic roadmaps for product planning, which included outlining key milestones and goals for the company's product offerings. His leadership contributed to the overall direction and success of the product management team.
Experience at Cisco
Chris Smithee has extensive experience at Cisco, where he held several positions from 2017 to 2021. He served as Program Director for the Cisco to IBM Security partnership, managing a portfolio of security technology and services. Additionally, he worked as Customer Success Strategy Lead for the Enterprise Networking Portfolio and as Chief of Staff for Policy and Access. His efforts in these roles contributed to significant revenue generation and strategic alignment.
Background in Network Engineering
Chris Smithee began his career in network engineering, working at Lucent Technologies IP Services as a Senior Network Engineer from 1998 to 2003. He then transitioned to Avaya, where he served as a Senior Support Engineer and later as a Network Design Engineer. This foundational experience in network technology has informed his subsequent roles in product management and strategic partnerships.
Education and Qualifications
Chris Smithee studied Business Administration at American InterContinental University, where he achieved a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree in 2006. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective management and strategic decision-making in technology and business environments.