Ernesto R Tey
About Ernesto R Tey
Ernesto R Tey serves as the Head of Partnerships at Material Security, a position he has held since 2022. With a diverse background in strategic alliances and partnerships across various technology companies, he brings extensive experience in building international business relationships.
Work at Material Security
Ernesto R Tey has been serving as the Head of Partnerships at Material Security since 2022. In this role, he focuses on developing strategic partnerships that drive growth and enhance the company's market presence. His extensive background in building alliances and partnerships in the technology sector supports Material Security's objectives in the cybersecurity landscape.
Previous Roles and Experience
Before joining Material Security, Ernesto held several key positions in prominent technology companies. He was the VP of Global Strategic Alliances at Forter from 2021 to 2022. Prior to that, he worked at Facebook as the Global Director of Workplace Ecosystem and Partnerships for one year. His experience also includes significant roles at Okta, Inc., where he served as Sr. Director and VP of Global Strategic Alliances, and at VMware, where he held multiple managerial positions focused on strategic alliances.
Education and Expertise
Ernesto R Tey earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Saint Mary's College of California, majoring in Philosophy and Government, with a minor in Business Administration. His educational background complements his professional expertise in building partnerships and alliances within the technology sector. He possesses strong technical qualifications that allow him to effectively translate complex concepts into practical solutions for customers and partners.
Multicultural Experience and Language Skills
Ernesto has extensive multicultural experience, having worked, lived, and traveled internationally. He is bilingual in English and Spanish, which enhances his ability to forge and maintain partnerships across diverse markets. This skill set is particularly valuable in building and nurturing business relationships on a global scale, enabling effective communication and collaboration with international stakeholders.
Achievements in Strategic Partnerships
Ernesto R Tey has a proven track record of successfully ramping up new bi-lateral and tri-lateral offerings from $0 to over $100 million within 2-3 years. His specialization in category building around virtualization, cloud, and ecosystem partners has contributed to the growth and success of the organizations he has worked with, establishing him as a key player in the strategic partnerships landscape.