Eric Appel
About Eric Appel
Eric Appel Head of Sales
Eric Appel currently holds the position of Head of Sales at Island. In this role, he leads the company’s sales strategies and initiatives, focusing on deploying products and expanding the client base. His contributions are pivotal to Island's market positioning and financial growth.
Enterprise Cybersecurity Experience
Eric Appel has extensive experience in the field of enterprise cybersecurity. He has held significant roles at leading cybersecurity companies, including positions at Symantec and McAfee. His background in cybersecurity adds immense value to his current role, where he leverages his expertise to enhance Island’s security offerings.
Eric Appel at Symantec and McAfee
Before his current role at Island, Eric Appel held prominent positions at Symantec and McAfee. He served as President and COO at Symantec, and as GM and CTO at McAfee. These roles allowed him to gain significant experience in operational management and technological leadership in the cybersecurity industry.
Leadership in Sales Teams
Eric Appel has a strong background in leading sales teams, a skill he brings to his role at Island. His experience includes spearheading sales initiatives and driving team performance to achieve business objectives. His leadership is instrumental in delivering growth and securing strategic deals for the company.
Securing Financing and Product Deployment
Eric Appel has been a part of key initiatives at Island, including securing almost $100 million in financing. Additionally, he played a significant role in the deployment of Island's GA product to Fortune 500 companies. These accomplishments demonstrate his capability in both financial and product strategy execution.