Erik Kristiansen

Erik Kristiansen is an accomplished marketing executive with extensive experience in leading product marketing and strategic initiatives across multiple technology companies. Currently serving as Senior Director of Marketing at Cisco since April 2023, Erik previously held the role of Vice President of Marketing at Valtix, where efforts contributed to the company’s acquisition by Cisco. Erik's prior positions include Senior Director of Product Marketing at Tanium, where significant revenue growth was achieved, and various roles at IBM, including Program Director for the MobileFirst Platform and Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst, where strategic management and product leadership were demonstrated. Erik holds an MBA in Marketing and Entrepreneurship from UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School and has a background in consulting and technology solutions management.