Eric Driffort
About Eric Driffort
Eric Driffort serves as the Vice President of Worldwide Sales at Canonical, a position he has held since 2021. With extensive experience in sales leadership across various technology companies, he has consistently achieved high performance and secured significant contracts in multiple sectors.
Current Role at Canonical
Eric Driffort serves as the Vice President of Worldwide Sales at Canonical, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing global sales strategies and operations, contributing to the company's growth in the open-source software market. His leadership focuses on expanding Canonical's reach and enhancing customer engagement across various sectors.
Previous Experience at Canonical
Prior to his current role, Eric Driffort worked at Canonical as Vice President EMEA from 2016 to 2017. During this time, he was based in London and managed sales operations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, focusing on driving revenue and market share for Canonical's products and services.
Career Background in Sales Leadership
Eric Driffort has extensive experience in sales leadership across various technology companies. He held multiple executive positions at Serena Software, including Vice President and General Manager for EMEA from 2010 to 2015. His career also includes significant roles at Intersolv Inc, CA Technologies, and IBM, where he developed a strong foundation in sales and marketing.
Educational Background
Eric Driffort studied at Université Paris Dauphine, where he achieved a Master of Computer Applications (M.C.A.) from 1980 to 1984. He also studied Business and Marketing at the same institution, earning a Bac +5 from 1980 to 1985. His educational background has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective leadership in the technology sector.
Achievements in Sales Performance
Throughout his career, Eric Driffort has been recognized for his high performance in sales leadership, achieving President’s Club recognition 15 times over an 18-year span. He has a proven track record of securing multi-year, multi-million dollar contracts, particularly in the Banking and Financial Services, Industry, and Telecommunications sectors.