KineticD Appoints New VP of Sales to Expand Channels and Partnerships for SMB Cloud Services

  • Mar 01, 2011
KineticD has appointed Lars Graefe as vice president of sales and business development.

As an expert in the information security space, Lars brings more than 15 years of experience in early-stage, fast-growing IT companies. Previously, he supported the growth of ArcSight and more recently at Qualys, a pioneer in the software as a service  model in the information delivery space. Having lived and worked in Canada, the United States, Europe and Latin America, Lars also brings his global experience to help KineticD reach IT decision makers around the world.

"I am thrilled to be joining the growing team at KineticD with its leading online data protection and information sharing solutions," said Graefe. "Together, we will strengthen and expand our user base and partnerships as we continue to introduce new business-grade cloud services for the SMB market."

Through Lars' blend of strategic thinking, detailed understanding of technology and hands-on approach he has successfully driven sales, developed reseller channels as well as built and managed strategic alliances with large industry leaders.

"As KineticD continues to experience rapid growth across a variety of markets, Lars is a tremendously valuable addition to our company, and we are delighted to welcome him to the team," said Jamie Brenzel, CEO of KineticD. "With his respected reputation and impressive track record in successfully expanding OEM relationships, strategic alliances and technology partnerships, Lars is instrumental in helping to drive our global expansion."


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