Keith Weatherford
About Keith Weatherford
Keith Weatherford serves as the Vice President of Worldwide Channel Sales at Island, bringing extensive experience in channel development and partner programs from previous roles at companies like Forescout Technologies and McAfee.
Current Role at Island
Keith Weatherford serves as the Vice President of Worldwide Channel Sales at Island, a position he has held since 2023. Based in Dallas, Texas, he focuses on building and enhancing the company's channel and alliances to support hyper-growth. His extensive experience in channel sales and partner development positions him to effectively lead initiatives that drive business expansion.
Previous Experience at Forescout Technologies Inc.
Prior to his current role, Weatherford worked at Forescout Technologies Inc. as Vice President of Worldwide Channel Sales from 2020 to 2023. During his tenure in Dallas, Texas, he built and led large channel teams, emphasizing the development of advanced partner programs. He collaborated closely with executive teams and Chief Revenue Officers to align partner go-to-market strategies.
Career Background in Cybersecurity Sales
Keith Weatherford has a significant background in cybersecurity sales, having held various leadership roles at McAfee / Intel Security. He served as Director of Sales from 2000 to 2006, and later as Director of Commercial & Public Sector Channels from 2009 to 2015. His work included collaboration with technical enablement leaders to capture essential technical skills in the industry. He also directed the Dell Global Alliance from 2006 to 2008.
Education and Academic Background
Weatherford studied at the Texas McCombs School of Business, where he earned a degree in Accounting from 1986 to 1990. This educational foundation has contributed to his understanding of business operations and financial management, which he has applied throughout his career in sales and channel development.
Consulting Experience
In 2020, Keith Weatherford briefly worked as a self-employed consultant for four months in Frisco, Texas. This role allowed him to leverage his extensive experience in channel sales and partner development, providing strategic insights to organizations seeking to enhance their market presence.