As of April 2023, Ernest Chai will work as the Head of Channel for the Asia Pacific (APAC) area for Kaspersky, a preeminent international cybersecurity company. Ernest is a seasoned sales executive with more than 20 years of experience in the IT sector and a proven track record of success in situations with rapid growth.
Ernest formerly worked for Dell Technologies in Asia Pacific and Japan as the Channel Director for the Storage Platforms & Solutions group. He played a significant role throughout his 15 years at Dell in accelerating the growth of strategic products for the business and its reseller partners. In addition to channel leadership, business development, sales, and pre-sales positions, Ernest has worked in the ANZ, SEA, and Greater China regions.
Ernest hopes to use his vast experience to develop cybersecurity expertise and broaden the company’s channel ecosystem as the new Head of Channel for Asia Pacific at Kaspersky, fostering growth throughout the region. His hiring makes sense at a time when businesses need cybersecurity more than ever.
Ernest noted: “I am thrilled to be joining Kaspersky, a company with a strong reputation for providing innovative and comprehensive cybersecurity solutions. I look forward to working with our partners in the Asia Pacific region to drive growth and provide our customers with cybersecurity solutions that fit their expectations.”
Chris Connell, Managing Director for APAC at Kaspersky added, “As a 100% channel-driven company, Ernest plays a strategic and fundamental role for Kaspersky’s business. He is everything we look for in a leader for this position, and with our cutting-edge solutions, I am excited for the results that he will deliver.”
The hiring of Ernest shows Kaspersky’s dedication to offering its clients the best cybersecurity products and services and is a key milestone in the company’s attempts to expand its regional footprint.
