Paul Mc Clure
About Paul Mc Clure
Paul Mc Clure is the Vice President of Asia Pacific at Fortanix, with over 25 years of experience in technical and commercial roles across various industries and countries.
Title
Paul Mc Clure currently holds the position of Vice President Of Asia Pacific at Fortanix, starting from 2024. His career trajectory includes numerous leadership roles that span over two decades, reflecting his extensive experience in the technology sector.
Company
Paul Mc Clure joined Fortanix as Vice President of Asia Pacific in 2024. Prior to this role, he served as Regional Sales Director at the same company from 2023 to 2024. Fortanix focuses on delivering solutions in confidential computing and data security, and Paul is responsible for overseeing revenue and go-to-market strategies for the Asia Pacific region.
Professional Background
Paul Mc Clure has a substantial career history, initially beginning in technical roles such as Systems Administrator at Bundaberg City Council from 1996 to 2000, and later transitioning to high-level executive positions. His technical expertise saw him through roles at Commvault, including Product Manager for the Asia Pacific + Japan, and later as Chief Technologist in the Cloud Solutions Group. His commercial acumen was further honed through leadership roles at Ultra Commerce, where he served as Chief Revenue Officer and Chief Product Officer.
Education and Expertise
Paul Mc Clure has built a solid academic foundation that supports his professional endeavors. He earned an Associate’s Degree in Information Technology from CQUniversity, completing his studies from 1996 to 2002. Additionally, he studied Artificial Intelligence: Implications for Business Strategy at the MIT Sloan School of Management in 2021, enhancing his expertise in AI applications in modern business contexts.
Career Transition and Progression
Starting his career in technical roles, Paul Mc Clure worked as a Systems Engineer and Systems Administrator before transitioning into significant commercial roles. He moved from being a Business Development Manager at Commvault to leadership roles such as Chief Revenue Officer at Ultra Commerce. This progression exemplifies his capability to bridge technical and commercial domains, leading to his current executive responsibilities at Fortanix.