Sven Schoenaerts Joins Nutanix as EMEA Channel Sales Leader

Sven Schoenaerts, who joined Nutanix as NEEUR Channel Sales Director in January 2022, is set to leverage his extensive background in channel, sales, and management roles to further Nutanix’s success. With previous experience at Amazon Web Services, NetApp, and Brocade Communications, Schoenaerts brings a deep understanding of the channel ecosystem and a strong track record of working with Service Providers and Hyperscalers.

His role will be pivotal in strengthening Nutanix’s relationships with partners, which are essential for unlocking the full potential of hybrid and multicloud architectures. By fostering deeper connections and collaboration with partners, he will help ensure that Nutanix can effectively deliver on its promise of seamless, integrated solutions. This focus on partnership will drive mutual success and enable customers to fully realize the benefits of Nutanix’s innovative technologies in complex, multi-environment settings.

Schoenaerts, who holds an International MBA from Vlerick Business School and a Master of Arts in Germanic Languages and Literature from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), is fluent in several European languages. His multilingual capabilities enhance his ability to effectively navigate and engage with diverse markets across the EMEA region, further strengthening Nutanix’s global partner network.

His strategic focus will be on fortifying these partner channels and fully leveraging their capabilities as Nutanix advances its presence in the hybrid and multicloud sectors. By deepening these relationships, he aims to drive enhanced collaboration, broaden market reach, and ensure that Nutanix’s solutions effectively address the evolving needs of customers. This approach is critical to achieving Nutanix’s growth objectives and maintaining its competitive edge in a rapidly evolving technology landscape.

Dave Gwyn, Senior Vice President of Worldwide Channels at Nutanix, praised Schoenaerts’ appointment and expressed enthusiasm about the future collaboration. “I’m looking forward to working closely with Sven to ensure we provide our partners with profitability, great products, trust, and long-term commitment,” Gwyn said.

Gwyn underscored the critical importance of creating a stable and successful environment within the EMEA Channel Sales organization, which he identified as pivotal for Nutanix to meet its strategic goals and maintain its competitive edge. He emphasized that fostering a stable operational framework will enable the team to deliver consistent performance and achieve significant milestones.

Moreover, Gwyn highlighted the necessity of investing in the career growth of the channel sales team members. By prioritizing professional development and providing opportunities for advancement, Nutanix aims to build a highly skilled and motivated workforce. This investment in personnel not only enhances individual career trajectories but also strengthens the overall effectiveness of the channel sales team.

Through these efforts, Nutanix is dedicated to ensuring its channel partners are fully supported and equipped for success. This commitment aligns with Nutanix’s broader strategy of strengthening partner relationships, delivering outstanding products, and securing long-term business success. By focusing on these areas, Nutanix aims to foster a robust ecosystem that not only drives innovation and market expansion but also ensures sustainable growth and mutual benefits for both Nutanix and its partners.