Rich Hughes
About Rich Hughes
Rich Hughes serves as the Senior Vice President of Sales at ExtraHop, bringing extensive experience from previous roles in sales leadership at various technology companies. He studied Strategic Management at Harvard University and Biological Sciences at North Carolina State University, and he emphasizes a collaborative leadership style.
Current Role at ExtraHop
Rich Hughes serves as the Senior Vice President of Sales at ExtraHop, a position he has held since 2023. He operates remotely from the New York City Metropolitan Area. In this role, he focuses on driving sales strategies and fostering a collaborative environment within the sales team.
Previous Experience in Sales Leadership
Rich Hughes has held several significant sales leadership positions prior to joining ExtraHop. He was the Vice President/Head of Sales for Global Accounts at Check Point Software Technologies, Ltd. for nine months in 2020. He also served as Vice President for the Americas at XM Cyber from 2022 to 2023 and as Vice President of the Global Financial Services Sector at Cybereason from 2020 to 2022. His extensive experience includes roles at F5 Networks, Riverbed Technology, and Forescout Technologies Inc.
Educational Background
Rich Hughes studied at Harvard University, where he focused on Strategic Management. He also attended North Carolina State University, earning a degree in Biological Sciences. His educational background supports his strategic approach to sales and leadership.
Leadership Philosophy
Rich Hughes emphasizes a 'win-as-one' mentality in his leadership approach. This philosophy promotes teamwork and collaboration among team members, aiming to achieve collective success rather than individual accomplishments.
Personal Interests
Outside of his professional responsibilities, Rich Hughes is a passionate powered paragliding enthusiast. He enjoys various outdoor activities and strives to be a positive influence for his twin boys, balancing his personal interests with family commitments.