Mike Sherwood
About Mike Sherwood
Mike Sherwood serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategic Alliances at Eptura, bringing over 25 years of experience in the cybersecurity industry. He has held various leadership positions at notable companies, including Proofpoint, Dell SecureWorks, and InteliSecure.
Current Role at Eptura
Mike Sherwood serves as the Senior Vice President of Strategic Alliances at Eptura, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he focuses on developing and nurturing strategic partnerships that contribute to the company's growth objectives. His work is primarily conducted remotely from Charlotte, North Carolina.
Previous Experience at Proofpoint
Prior to his current role, Mike Sherwood worked at Proofpoint in various capacities. He served as the Senior Director of Sales for nine months in 2021, followed by a role as the Assistant Vice President of Managed Services for four months in 2022. Both positions were based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Background in Cybersecurity Sales
Mike Sherwood has over 25 years of experience in leading sales organizations within the cybersecurity industry. His career includes significant roles at Dell SecureWorks, where he was the Executive Director of Global Business Development from 2014 to 2016, and at InteliSecure, where he served as the Executive Vice President of Global Sales from 2016 to 2021.
Education and Qualifications
Mike Sherwood earned his MBA from Wake Forest University School of Business, completing his studies from 2001 to 2003. He also holds a degree in Business from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, where he studied from 1989 to 1994. His educational background supports his extensive experience in sales and business development.
Expertise in Strategic Alliances
Mike Sherwood possesses a deep understanding of channel and strategic alliances, which he leverages to build long-term partnerships and accelerate growth, particularly in the federal sector. His leadership experience spans both dynamic start-up environments and established companies, allowing him to drive growth effectively.